Take a look at this beautiful curved-side streetcar – specifically, Car #832 – currently residing at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum located in Washington, Pennsylvania. Built back in 1929 by the Cincinnati Car Company, this isn’t just any old trolley; it’s literally a window into a bygone era.
Originally, Car #832 rolled along the “Allegheny Valley Route” serviing communities like Aspinwall, New Kensington, and Natrona, Pennsylvania. It’s a fantastic example of the “Curved-Side” design – a clever innovation popular in the late 1920s that helped streetcar companies stay competitive as automobiles gained popularity. Those curved steel plates gave the car both strength and lightness!
Adding to its charm? The car’s side proudly displays “Miss Brackenridge,” a tribute to one of the towns it once served.
After the route closed in 1937, Car #832 found its way to the “Coke Region” of Pennsylvania before finally making its home at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in 1954.
Interestingly, the museum also owns another car #922 from New Orleans – actually used for the 1951 film “The Streetcar Named Desire”!
Car #832 is beautiful. Orange is my favorite color. The color alone makes me want to get on board.☺️
I’ve never visited the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, but it certainly seems like a worthwhile visit to see the train this spring. Thank you, Braden for the link. I am inspired!!
It’s such a fantastically entertaining, yet educational place to visit. I love it!
I have no doubt. It’s my intention to visit the museum. Thanks again for sharing.
You’re quite welcome! Please let me know what you think after your visit!
I certainly will.
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