Looking for Christmas trains in Chicago? These popular rides fill up quickly, but there are still many available Polar ...

Many traces of the Underground Railroad still remain in Illinois. Here’s a map of known sites across the state and what ...

Fall in the Midwest is made for train rides with your family. For those in Chicago, these routes combine colorful scenery with the fun of traveling by rail — whether on a cross-state Amtrak line or a ...

It’s perfect for getting away from cold winters up north or seeing beautiful spring and summer landscapes. Whether you’re ...

The Chicago History Museum will explore the heritage and traditions of Latinos, and the National Museum of Mexican Art will trace the role of Mexicans in railway work.

Former Pullman worker Al Quiroz, 89, is featured in a new Chicago History Museum exhibit. His lunchbox, apron, and train keys ...