Steampunk N Trains at Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City
Fashions and steam technology of the Victorian Era collided Saturday with those of science fiction fantasy, creating a steampunk revival on the grounds of the Nevada State Railroad Museum (NSRM) in South Carson City.
Steampunk N Trains returned to Carson City and the NSRM for an encore following the success of last year's inaugural event.
Participants are encouraged to dress in steampunk attire, combining the finery of Nineteenth Century Victorian fashion with the quirky imagination of science fiction.
The weekend event lasts two days, continuing Sunday until the museum closes at 4:30 p.m.
Activities include train rides aboard vintage Virginia and Truckee steam engines, such as the McKeen Motor Car and V&T Engine No. 25 pulling its cars and bright red caboose.
There were food trucks, craft fair, fashion show and music on Saturday. The fun continues Sunday, too.
"It's fun for the whole family," said Dr. Rebecca Bevans of the Friends of the NSRM. "Come see where the Victorian Era, Sci-Fi, and Trains combine."
As a genre, Steampunk is distinguished as science fiction in an historical setting, such as the Victorian Era, and typically features steam-powered machinery rather than advanced technology.
The cost to attend Steampunk N Trains is all inclusive, Bevans said, featuring museum admission and unlimited train and motor car rides.
Prices are $15 for adults 18 and over; $10 for museum members; $5 for children ages 4-17; and FREE for children 3 and under.
Normal admission prices and train fares will be available each day of the event as well. For more information, contact the museum at (775) 687-6953 extension 224.
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