Highball - The Railroads of Branson, Missouri

Study Group (2-3 session | This program has been canceled

481 S. Shiloh Drive Fayetteville, AR 72704 United States

Conference Room

Open to Members and Non-Members

Friday, March 20, 2020-Wednesday, April 22, 2020

1:00 PM-3:00 PM on Fri

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$80.00

$65.00

Discover the rich history of Branson, Missouri and the impact of the coming of the railroad in the early 1900s. Known as the “White River Line”, this scenic stretch of railroad spanned from Carthage, Missouri through Branson and along the White River to near Newport, Arkansas. Enjoy a 2 hour lecture on the history of the line concluded by a 40-mile round trip excursion thru Ozark foothills and tunnels aboard the Branson Scenic Railroad. As you cross bridges and trestles, experience the luxury of rail travel from yesteryear on a restored historic streamlined passenger train. The first session will be in the classroom while the second will consist of the train ride. Price of tickets and transportation to Branson is included with class fee.

  • The 1st class session will meet 1:00 - 3:00 on 3/20.
  • Information on the second class (the Train excursion) will be discussed at the first class session.

Mike Sypult is a railroad historian from Rogers, Arkansas and currently serves as website and communications administrator of the Arkansas Boston Mountains Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society in Springdale. A native of Rogers, Mike is a graduate of Arkansas Tech University and Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. Mike taught at the University of Arkansas for 15 years and developed the Whistle Stops West Elderhostel program – Chicago, St. Louis and Kansas City by rail. Mike lives in Rogers and has 5 adult children and 6 wonderful grandchildren.