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Teachers there are many wonderful programs for your students. There are lesson plans, pre-visit and post-visit materials available for you. There are also "Teaching With Historic Places" materials available! The Education Specialist can visit your classroom and help you plan your field trip.

 
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Did You Know?
When the Portage Railroad opened on March 18, 1834, it was a single track line. The rule was when 2 drivers met the one who had passed the center post had the right to go on. The other driver had to back up. Some sat nose to nose until a magistrate determined who got to the center first.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST