In the height of the Art Deco era, circa 1930-40, the train was an important part of Rutland County’s creative economy. The train carried entertainers from Boston and New York to Rutland. From Rutland they traveled the bumpy roads to the outlying towns via roadsters and jalopies. Musicians jammed under the Rutland street lamps and couples would spontaneously start dancing to the beat of jazz and tango improv. Today Rutland claims two Art Deco style buildings and the creative economy is celebrating a resurgence which is picking up steam just as the old trains did in and out of Rutland.

Thanks to the Pit Crew:
Train reconstruction: The Doober team Cindy & Kathy, Creative woodworking conductor: Richard P, Brainstorming: Tracey G, Leaving the station on time: Ellic C, Picking up speed: Gaston D, Steaming along: Robin C and Eileen D.,Staying on schedule and encouragement: my husband Bob and Ground transportation: Richard P

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