Queens of the Seven Hills: Cincinnati’s Inclined Railways with John Stewart

Thu Oct 02 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:15 pm UTC-04:00

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Queens of the Seven Hills: Cincinnati\u2019s Inclined Railways with John Stewart
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Queens of the Seven Hills: Cincinnati’s Inclined Railways with John Stewart
Join us for a fascinating look at Cincinnati’s historic inclined railways with presenter John Stewart. More than just a quirky part of the city’s past, these inclines were essential pathways that powered the growth of our urban landscape.
On Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 7:30 PM, we’ll start with a brief member meeting, followed by the presentation at 8:00 PM. John Stewart will take you on a journey through the “ups and downs” of the inclines, sharing incredible stories, including a rare film of them in action, a bizarre “whale of a tale,” and the unbelievable story of a man saved by manure.
This event offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era of Cincinnati history. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind presentation!
About the presenter:
John Stewart’s interest in trains began when his dad took him to watch Chessie engines flitter about the New Miami ARMCO Coke plant at night. Stewart has developed an enjoyment of pre-1920s railroad history.
YouTube Live Stream: Coming soon!
All Cincinnati Railroad Club meetings are held in the Newsreel Theater at Union Terminal/Cincinnati Museum Center and are open to the public at no charge. We’ll begin the evening at 7:30 pm with brief club updates & announcements, followed by our featured program presentation at 8:00 pm. Parking will be validated for attendees parking in the Union Terminal/Cincinnati Museum Center parking lots.
Directions to Newsreel Theater at Union Terminal:
Enter through Union Terminal’s main entrance into the rotunda, turn left toward the Cincinnati History Museum, and the Newsreel Theater doors will be on your left between the escalator and the History Museum. Again, the meeting begins at 7:30 pm with our featured program will start at 8:00 pm
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Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203-1118, United States

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