MEDINA — The famous little tank engine, Thomas, will soon be visiting Medina for the fifth year in a row. Tickets for this popular attraction, that brings in close to 25,000 people a year, have already gone on sale and the Medina Railroad Museum is getting prepared.
“People come from all over,” said Dawn Steinke, who has helped with the huge event each year. She said there have been families from overseas and all over the United States that come to see the famous engine.
“Thomas has groupies,” said Rol Holler, who also helps with the event each year. “He appeals to people of all ages.”
The theme for this years event is Hero of the Rails. Steinke said that besides the 25 minute train ride, pulled by Thomas, there will be face painting, a Thomas bounce house, storytelling, a maze, bean bag toss, a food court and more.
Sir Topham Hatt, the controller of the Railway in the Island of Sodor, where Thomas lives, will be available that day for pictures.
Steinke said that another popular attraction is the Thomas gift shop where she said they carry anything Thomas you can think of. She said there are balloons, books, videos, clothing, toys and more.
“We have everything from A to Z,” Holler said.
The Day Out with Thomas Hero of the Rails tour will be in Medina May 8-10 and 15-17. Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and older. With their ticket, guest get free admission into the Railroad Museum.
Holler said that the museum has 7,000 pieces on display. He said there is train memorabilia, toys, artifacts, fire helmets and a lot more.
“There is something out there that will appeal to everyone,” Holler said.
He said one of the biggest attractions is the 204 feet by 14 feet train layout. This is the sixth year working on the project and Holler said they are 65 percent complete.
People are encouraged to buy tickets in advance. Information on ticket purchasing is available by calling the museum at 798-6106 or visiting the museum, 530 West Ave. The Medina Railroad Museum is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
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