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Golden Spike National Historic Site
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Reenactors during Last Spike Ceremony

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Reenactors during a May 10 ceremony

Reenactments of the Last Spike Ceremony which took place on May 10, 1869 can be seen during the summer season. Volunteers portray the dignitaries who were here on that day in 1869. Come and be a part of history Saturdays and holidays from May 10 through Labor Day at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
 
No. 119 steam demostration

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No. 119 during steam demonstration

Steam Demonstrations are when the Jupiter and No. 119 locomotives move on the tracks. These demonstrations take place every day during the summer season (May 1 - Labor Day). For more click on photo.
Golden Spike presentation during reenactment  

Did You Know?
They did not drive the Golden Spike. It was made of 17.6 carat gold, and would not have survived a blow from a spike maul.
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Last Updated: July 15, 2009 at 13:03 EST