Heritage School Tours
Class field trips on the Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad OC&T available in May and October.
Step back in time and embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Pennsylvania’s oil country! Our Heritage School Tours offer students a unique opportunity to learn about the region’s rich history, experience the beauty of the Oil Creek Valley, and enjoy a scenic train ride in antique cars pulled by vintage diesel locomotives.
Tour Highlights:
- Discover the fascinating history of the Oil Boom in Pennsylvania and how it shaped the region.
- Hear stories of the boomtowns that cropped up along Oil Creek and then disappeared with the oil.
- Learn about some of the people that once made this area home, including Col. Edwin Drake, John Mather and Ida Tarbell.
- Enjoy the picturesque landscapes of the Oil Creek Valley, with its lush forests and rolling hills, as Mother Nature has now reclaimed this valley.
Additional Info:
- Snacks and souvenirs are available for purchase at Perry Street Station, on the train, and at Rynd Farm Station.
- Sack lunches can be brought onboard and eaten on the train during the ride.
- Mail cards and letters in the Railway Post Office car, the only one still in operation in the USA.
- In October your group will be riding along side our regular passengers that come to see the beautiful Fall Foliage in the park. As this is our busy season, we do ask for a final count at least 2 weeks prior to your departure date.
2025 Dates:
May 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16
October 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10
Departure Time:
Round-Trip and One-Way Boarding South:
Perry Street Station: plan to arrive by 10 am, train departs promptly at 11 am
Drake Well Museum platform: plan to be on the platform by 11 am, train will arrive about 11:05
One-Way Boarding from Rynd Farm North:
Rynd Farm platform: plan to arrive by 12:15 pm, train departs at 12:30 pm
Train Ride Time:
Round-trip from Perry Street Station approximately 3 hours. Round-trip from Drake Well about 10-15 minutes less. One-way trip is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Train Boarding:
Perry Street Station
409 S Perry St
Titusville, PA.
Rynd Farm Station
173 Old Bankson Rd
Oil City, PA 16301
Ticket Information & Pricing:
Students
$6 for round-trip or one way
Adult
$16 for round-trip, $13 for one-way (one free adult ticket for every 20 students)
Advanced Ticket Reservations:
Advanced reservations are required for all schools (including home schools) at least 4 weeks in advance. Any reservations not made 4 weeks prior will be regular priced tickets.
By Phone:
Call 814-676-1733
More Information:
Heritage School Tour rates are for school groups, including home schools, only.
If you are planning to tour Drake Well Museum before the train ride, please note that you will need to contact them directly to schedule their tour as well as scheduling the train ride with us.
Dress according to weather conditions. Our Perry Street Station and the Coach cars have heat when needed, but the Coach cars do not have air conditioning.
Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad reserves the right to cancel any train ride due to circumstances beyond our control.
Why Choose a Train Ride for a Class Field Trip?
- Create Lasting Memories: A train ride offers a unique and memorable experience that students will cherish long after the trip is over.
- Educational Opportunity: Explore Pennsylvania’s oil history and the natural beauty of Oil Creek Valley in an engaging and immersive way.
- Spring into Learning: Heritage School Tours are a fantastic way to kick off the spring season and bring classroom lessons to life.
- Witness the Spectacular Fall Foliage: Learn about the region’s rich heritage amidst the stunning backdrop of autumn’s colorful landscapes.