The Museum is thrilled to launch this year’s Colorado Rails & Cocktails series with a special screening of A Ticket to Tomahawk. This classic Western film, released in 1950, stars Rio Grande Southern Locomotive No. 20 and its wooden twin (yes, you read that correctly!) as Emma Sweeny. Filmed along the Denver & Rio Grande Western’s Silverton branch, this film is a must-see for railroad and Western movie fans alike.
Starring Dan Dailey and Anne Baxter, the film also features Marilyn Monroe in her first on-screen appearance (uncredited)! Before the screening, we’ll share a quick “what to look for,” and afterward George Niederauer—former president of the Durango Railroad Historical Society—will take us behind the scenes. He’ll explore No. 20’s role in the movie and the incredible restoration journey of the Emma Sweeny replica “twin.”
Note: This program will be a little longer than usual since the movie runs approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, and we anticipate another 30 minutes for the accompanying presentation and Q&A.
Admission: $20 - 21 and older only
Admission includes two beverages of your choice (beer, wine or soda) and a selection of light snacks. Doors opens at 6:00 p.m. and the presentation starts promptly at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets
Location:
Colorado Railroad Museum
17155 W. 44th Avenue (Map)
When:
6-7:30PM on Friday, Apr. 4th
