Event explores role of railroads in World War II
Fri., June 19, 2026 at 10:00am
Fri., June 19, 2026 at 5:00pm
The Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum
213 Smokey Lane Rd SW
Sugarcreek, Ohio
(330) 852-4676
DENNISON, Ohio — The Age of Steam Roundhouse will present “Homefront to War Front: Steam to Victory 2026” June 19 and 20, over Father’s Day weekend.
The event will commemorate the role played by American railroads in achieving allied victory in World War II. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and hours both days will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Guests can step back in time to witness the might and power of the WW II war front, specifically how American military forces and steam railroads worked hand-in-hand to support the war effort. Visitors can then travel to the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum, where they can experience daily life on the American home front during World War II.
Other displays and activities for the day will include static railroad displays, artillery and small‑arms demonstrations, World War II military vehicles, living‑history reenactors, militaria and food vendors and short train rides on museum grounds.
Gate admission is $5 and includes access to the military displays and vendor areas. Train rides and roundhouse tours are available for an additional fee. Train rides are $6 and Roundhouse tours are $15. Tickets will be available for purchase at the gate.
The Age of Steam Roundhouse is located at 213 Smokey Lane Road SW, in Sugarcreek. For more information, visit ageofsteamroundhouse.org/blog/steam-to-victory.
