Site of the Union Station Train Crash
Train station nearby
A 1,100-ton train fell through the floor in 1953. Workers got it patched up in just 72 hours.

šŸ“œ Site of a historic train crash at Union Station in Washington, D.C.
šŸ” In 1953, an 1,100-ton train crashed through the station floor, injuring dozens.

Why Go

šŸš‚ Witness a significant railway disaster site
šŸ›ļø Experience a piece of Washington, D.C. history
šŸ› ļø Learn about the rapid repair efforts after the crash

Tips

šŸ“ Locate the impact area near the Amtrak ticket counter.

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