DVDs/Videos
DVD/s are listed by category (Trolley,
Other, Train) alphabetically by title.
There are many titles to choose from so be sure to scroll all the way through the
list!
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Trolley |
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Bullet Description: In1931, the Philadelphia and Western rebuilt their track for high-speed operation and took delivery of ten lightweight streamlined cars from the J. G. Brill Co. Quickly nicknamed Bullets, five of these legendary cars were still in service when we taped them in action during 1988 and 1989. We have edited nearly eight hours of footage to recreate a spectacular 14-minute high-speed run from 69th Street to Norristown. Unlike our other tapes, this one has no narration; just a bit of music while we see some of the intense and varied activity at 69th Street, and then the soundtrack belongs to four 100 horsepower traction motors in glorious binaural stereo. Length: 19 minutes |
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Ed Miller’s
Anthracite Traction Description: Two medium-size city streetcar systems and the high-speed interurban which connected them are the subject of Ed Miller's superb motion picture camerawork. He began shooting just after World War II, and continued through the end of service, including scenes of track removal and car scrapping. Shown are Wilkes-Barre's last 5 lines (several of the lines had extensive segments of private right-of-way, giving them a semi-interurban character), the Laurel Line's fast mainline from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre and the freight-only branch to Minooka, and Scranton's last 8 city routes, which feature a variety of cars including the Osgood-Bradley Electromobiles Length: 59 minutes |
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Fabulous Trolleys Description: Now… relive the glory days of America’s fabulous Trolley Era. There was a time in America when, if you went anywhere, you took the trolley….a time when 105,000 trolley cars roamed the 47,000 miles of track linking our towns and cities. At the height of the Trolley Era, electric railways were America’s fifth largest industry, employing ten percent of the work force. America’s street railways-more than anything else profoundly influenced the way we lived. Length: 50 minutes |
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Keystone State Trolleys Description: World War II Until Public
Authorities, 1939–1969. Photos, slides and movies tell the story of
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Pittsburgh Railways Description: This movie features footage from two 16 mm movies from 1951 and 1963. It shows Pittsburgh railways urban and suburban lines to the early years of the Port Authority. Pittsburgh’s hills, narrow streets, bridges, unpaved streets and private right-of ways make an interesting video. Length: 45 minutes
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Steel and Ice Description: Transit Gloria Mundi has gathered some of the most stunning motion pictures ever collected of traction operations in the snow, and combined them with a haunting musical score to create an evocative picture of traction operations in the deep of winter. Systems shown include: Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Ottawa, Quebec-Ste. Anne, North Shore, New York City, Newark, Boston, Philadelphia City and Suburban, and Baltimore Light Rail. Length: 50 minutes |
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Steel City Traction: The South Side Lines Description: Tells the story of the lines that operated southward from downtown Pittsburgh, including routes 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 42, 44, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, and 53, the interurbans to Washington and Charleroi, five of the inclines, the experimental Skybus line, and the current light rail system. Over half the tape is from vintage film footage dating back as far as World War II, showing standard cars as well as the famous PCCs, mostly in color. Modern professional video footage documents the operations of the light rail line. The organization of the program is geographical as well as historical, with many maps showing the development and eventual decline and rebirth of rail transit in Pittsburgh, and a full soundtrack of narration, music, and natural sound Length: 107 minutes |
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Steel City Traction 2: West End Story Description: Documents the final years of street railway operations on the city's West End, immediately prior to the conversion to bus in 1959. We take a day's journey just as a trolley enthusiast might, w ith complete coverage of Route 25 - Island Avenue, 26 - West Park, 27 - Carnegie, 28 - Heidelberg, 30 - Crafton-Ingram, and 34/31 - Elliott-Sheraden. All the points of interest on every line are covered - bridges, private right-of-way, single track. We even include some rare shots of Route 23 on Neville Island, and the Thornburg shuttle Length: 48 minutes |
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Steel City Traction 3: The North Side Description: Pittsburgh's North Side was home to some of the Steel City's most-loved trolley lines. Route 21 Fineview had some of the steepest grades, tightest turns, and most spectacular views in the entire city. The West View loop (Routes 10 West View and 15 Bellevue) had one of the system's longest stretches of private right-of-way, and a spectacular high bridge. Film coverage of the North Side routes was uneven. Some of the lines went so early that we were only able to locate a shot or two. And some of the longest, most heavily-traveled trunks, shared by several routes nearly to the end of trolleys on the North Side, were considered so boring by most railfans that no one bothered to shoot movies of them at all. Length: 1 hour |
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End of the Line Description: This tape documents the last day of public service, September 1999, on the Drake Loop. It was the last day of PCC car use. It includes the rides, run bys, a short history of the PCC car, and riders’ and motor men's memories and thoughts. Cost: $27.99 DVD |
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Transit: Lifeblood of the Community Description: This 1951 color documentary was produced by the PTC to promote and show the advantages of using mass transportation within Philadelphia and the local region. This film shows all aspects of the daily operations of PTC from the movement of its buses, trolleys and trains to the maintenance on the streets, tracks and in the shops. It also shows a slice of daily life and fashion in Philadelphia at the mid-point of the twentieth century. This documentary was transferred directly from the original 16-mm print to digital format. Also included as a slide show presentation are color photographs from the Barry S. Blumstein collection. Length: 25 minutes |
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Trolley: The Cars that Built Our Cities Description: This video brings to life the history of the streetcar and its influence on urban life. With a fast-paced mixture of rare and unusual footage from the 1890s through the 1990s, it shows urban rail transit in all its forms: horsecars, cable cars, steam elevateds, electric trolleys, subways, interurbans, and light rail - in the US and abroad. You'll see open cars and closed cars, single-truck and double-truck, Birneys and Peter Witts, and of course PCCs. You'll see some of the lighter side of trolleys, too: comical staged "accidents," a famous race between a trolley and an airplane, trolley "hostesses," and hot breakfasts served on a Dallas trolley. You won't find a better-researched, livelier, more comprehensive introduction to the trolley, although if you are among the million Length: 54 minutes |
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Penn Railways Description: Early 1950s 16mm movie transfer of action on the Main Line (Greensburg to Uniontown) and Latrobe Branch. Length: 35 minutes |
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Burma Shave Description: Generations of Americans grew up reciting the amusing Burma-Shave jingles. They were often the most memorable part of a Sunday drive. More than 120 jingles in this video help fondly recall why this simple roadside advertising idea catapulted a tiny company into the consciousness of the nation. Length: 53
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Downtown Pittsburgh Description: This program celebrates the buildings, the history and the people who make the Golden Triangle an unforgettable urban center. From the Courthouse to the Oyster House, this documentary takes you on a tour of some of the city's most notable landmarks and delicious destinations. Length: 1 hour |
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Fred
Rogers Description: Fred Rogers has been America's favorite neighbor for more than 30 years on PBS, delighting, enlightening and reassuring children with his programs. Now, his life and legacy are celebrated in this commemorative program full of memories, vintage clips and behind-the-scenes footage from his 50 years in television. Fred Rogers: America's Favorite Neighbor is hosted by actor (and former Mister Rogers' Neighborhood crew member) Michael Keaton Length: 3 hours |
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Flying Off The Bridge To Nowhere! and Other Tales of Pittsburgh Bridges Description: Pittsburgh is often called "The City of Bridges." From the old Smithfield Street Bridge to the new Veterans Bridge over the Allegheny River, Pittsburgh is the site for many outstanding bridges of innovative and beautiful designs. Of course, we tell the tale of the Pitt student who drove a station wagon off the end of the unfinished Fort Duquesne Bridge ("The Bridge to Nowhere") Length: 1 hour |
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Greatest Moments in Western Pennsylvania
Sports History Description: Relive the most dramatic moments in Western Pennsylvania sports history: Franco Harris' "Immaculate Reception"; Bill Mazeroski's World Series home run; Four Steeler Super Bowls; Pirates' World Series; Pitt's National Football Championship; the U.S. Open at Oakmont. and many, many more. Also includes highlights of the Penguins' Stanley Cup victory. Length: 75 minutes |
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Happy Holidays in Pittsburgh Description: It's a
holiday season from Rick Sebak and his jolly crew. When winter arrives,
people of Pittsburgh have ways of coping with the gloom. It's a time of
parties, shopping, celebrating, going to worship services, renewing
friendships and jumping in the frozen river. Length: 75 minutes |
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It's
The Neighborhoods Description: In this new Pittsburgh History special, producer Rick Sebak and his TV team look for some of the reasons why neighborhoods around here are so memorable, from Aluminum City Terrace in New Kensington to Polish Hill to Collier Township (where the Hi Neighbor! Club has been meeting once a month since 1958.) Come climb the steps that are such important parts of so many area neighborhoods, run around Regent Square, and sample all the sidewalk food at Bloomfield’s Italian Days. Length: |
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Johnstown Flood Description: Narrated by Richard Dreyfuss, Johnstown Flood tells the true story of one of the worst disasters in American history. It was written from first hand accounts of those who survived the tragic flood. This fast-paced documentary, Johnstown Flood, reveals both the bright and dark sides of humanity with a mixture of intense live action, personal stories and period photographs and engravings. Length: 64 minutes |
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Kennywood Memories Description: It's roller coasters! French fries! And lots of good times! It's a high-flying, double-dipping, screeching, screaming your eyes out documentary about one of Pittsburgh's most fun-filled attractions. Length: 1 hour |
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North Side Story Description: It's a show full of ketchup and beer, beautiful houses and ice balls, exotic birds, barbecue and history. It's the fun of watching while they open one of Andy's time-capsule boxes at the Warhol Museum. And it's marveling at the cosmic impact that stars and telescopes have had on this part of town. "North Side Story" is a fast, fascinating and slightly funky tour of a really great part of town. Length: 60 minutes |
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Oakland Description: WQED's Rick Sebak celebrates some of the unusual people, places and things that make Oakland unforgettable. It all started when Mary Schenley donated land for a beautiful wooded park. Soon Andrew Carnegie built a great library and museums nearby. There was a grand hotel, a spectacular greenhouse, and a beloved old ballpark called Forbes Field. We visit the Bug Rooms, the murals and Music Hall at the Carnegie Museums. We race through Schenley Park, stop at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, and visit shops along Craig Street. The program is called Something about Oakland because it would be impossible to include everything about this amazing part of town. Length: 60 minutes |
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Pennsylvania Diners and other Roadside Restaurants Description: In an age when every fast food place seems the same, diners have remained distinctive, fun places to stop, full of local flavor. We go to Potato City, to the Melrose in Philly and to unforgettable little places from Pittsburgh to the Poconos. Whether it's the middle of the night in State College or lunchtime in Smethport, this documentary gives you an unusual taste of Pennsylvania and some of its quirkier cuisine. Length: 90 minutes |
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Pittsburgh A to Z Description: "Pittsburgh A to Z" is a delightful documentary with twenty-six Amazing, Beautiful, Captivating and Delicious pieces of a great medium-sized city! This unusual video includes everything from Fish sandwiches to Grant Street, from the History Center to our Interesting Islands. Cost: $19.95 DVD |
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Pittsburgh’s Greatest Sports Heroes Description: “It remains a mystery why so many American superstars of sports have come from western Pennsylvania. This program takes you on a colorful journey through the small towns surrounding Pittsburgh; the birthplace of so many of Pittsburgh’s Greatest Sports Heroes. See the home and neighborhood where Joe Namath grew up. Watch actual footage of Dan Marino as a high school football hero. And don’t miss the touching story of a tom-boy from Pittsburgh who’s dream to play basketball in the Olympics came true. From the heroic performance of Terry Bradshaw, to the courageous and spectacular plays of Mario Lemieux, marvel at the greatest sports legends of Pittsburgh. Re-live the majesty of Roberto Clemente, the wisdom and power of Willie Stargell, and of course, Bill Mazeroski’s shot heard ‘round the world. Plus you’ll learn a lot more about Mr. Mazeroski the second baseman! Length: 81 minutes |
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South Side Description: We check out used book stores, visit the Terminal Buildings, T&T Hardware, Cupka's, the Oliver Bathhouse, Page Dairy Mart and the Pretzel Shop. All sorts of restaurants, cafes, galleries, theaters and bars attract people who want to play as well as work. Length: 60 minutes |
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Stuff That’s Gone Description: There’s just not enough room in Pittsburgh to keep everything, and we’ve gotten rid of some things that people miss a lot. But it’s definitely fun to be reminded about stuff that’s gone. Remember Winky’s hamburger joints? All the drive-in theaters that used to be around here? The Gazebo restaurant in Shadyside? Did you ever sit up late listening to Party Line on KDKA radio? Or stop to gawk at the KQV window? Remember when you could wave goodbye at the old Greater Pittsburgh Airport? Or cheer for the Pittsburgh Maulers? Did you know there once were some 17 or 18 inclines in this area Cost: $19.95 DVD |
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Strip Show Description: It's fresh fruit, big fish, Primanti sandwiches, and a lot of forgotten Pittsburgh history. Come along on a tour of Pittsburgh's colorful and delicious Strip District! Eat a truckdriver-size breakfast, haggle with the merchants, sample ethnic specialties, and find out about how this neighborhood changed Pittsburgh and the world. It's a fascinating and fun look at one of the most popular places in Pittsburgh. Cost: $19.95 DVD |
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Things That Aren't There Anymore Description: Remember when Forbes Field was the world's greatest ballpark? When skyscraper cones were a nickel at the big Isaly's on the Boulevard of the Allies? When the Dips roller coaster at West View Park came out to Route 19? And streetcars all over town? They're all part of this heart-felt tribute to great old places where Pittsburghers used to go to have fun. Length: 60 min |
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Things That We’ve Made Description: Remember when Forbes Field was the world's greatest ballpark? When skyscraper cones were a nickel at the big Isaly's on the Boulevard of the Allies? When the Dips roller coaster at West View Park came out to Route 19? And streetcars all over town? They're all part of this heart-felt tribute to great old places where Pittsburghers used to go to have fun. Cost: $19.95 DVD |
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Underground Pittsburgh Description: Ever wonder what's below the surface of western Pennsylvania? Come for a hike into Laurel Caverns, investigate the fabled Fourth River, visit the Bug Rooms at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and zip through several tunnels around here. We ride the T, look under the Dormont Pool, and descend into several basements (including two at Marshall Elevator!) We consider a Pittsburgh potty and follow the sewer to ALCOSAN. You can watch the harvest at Creekside Mushrooms, see some of what's stored at Iron Mountain, and go 600 feet down to meet the coal miners at CONSOL's Bailey Mine in Greene County, among other things. Watch this one on your basement TV. Length: 60 minutes |
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Westinghouse Description: Westinghouse is a feature-length documentary about the life and times of George Westinghouse, his companies, legacy, personality, partnership with Nikola Tesla and conflict with Thomas Edison. George Westinghouse is considered America’s greatest industrialist and the only man who would go up against Thomas Edison, and win. Length: 112 minutes |
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What Makes Pittsburgh Pittsburgh? Description: There are countless factors that make the Pittsburgh area unusual and charming, distinctive and unique. You’ve got the hills, valleys, Steelers fans, ethnic clubs, three rivers and the amazing hilltop views. And lots of people will tell you “It’s the people!” There are so many factors to consider, and we’ve squeezed as many as we could into this fast and friendly look at one of America’s most beautiful cities. Length: 60 minutes Cost: $19.95 |
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Chartiers Valley Description: A documentation of the Ohio Central’s Chartiers Valley Flyer. The trip was a cooperative venture between the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum and the Pittsburgh and Ohio Central Railroad. Length: 2 hours |
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Dream Trains Short Hops & Whistle Stops Description: “Anyone who has ever seen a steam train operate never forgets it," proclaims a rail enthusiast in this video. The days of steam-when depots were part of the landscape and trains part of the culture-come back to life in film, photographs and song. Three special segments feature the pioneering Harvey Girls along the Santa Fe, depots from the ordinary to the elaborate, and President Truman's1948 "Whistle Stop" campaign”. Length: 58 minutes
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PATrain Memories Description: Pittsburgh's last train service ended on April 28, 1989. Now you can have your own memories with this historic video. Some of the highlights of this trip include scenes from the engineer's seat, run-bys, some history, a map, and the historical last ride from Pittsburgh to Versailles. Length: 1 hour |
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Pennsylvania Train Stations Description: In the early 1900s, travelers could go anywhere by train. America’s train station provided a doorway to the world, become the heart of each community. They were part of everyday life serving as a backdrop for many mileposts in our country’s history. From these stations, loved ones tearfully said goodbye as soldiers departed for two World Wars and cheered these heroes on their return. Presidential candidates criss-crossed the country bringing their message to the people from each station’s platform. Length: 56 minutes |
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Thomas and Friends: Best of Thomas Description: For over 50 years, the exciting adventures of Thomas the Tank Engine and his Island of Sodor friends have enchanted millions of people around the world. With his endearing grin, light-hearted attitude and cheeky personality, Thomas has enriched the lives of generations of children. Join Percy, James, Gordon and the rest of your Sodor friends as we celebrate the little blue engine who does really big things! Length: 46 minutes |
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Thomas and Friends: Engines and Escapades Description: Join the Narrow Gauge engines in these adventures and meet Madge, their newest friends. Adventures and surprises are around every corner, so hold on tight and watch as the Island of Sodor bustles with hilarious antics and non-stop action. Length: 50 minutes |
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Thomas and Friends: Trackside Tunes Description: All Aboard! Travel the Island of Sodor with Thomas, Percy, James and the rest of your Sodor friends as you embark on this magical, musical ride. Follow the bouncing steam cloud and sing along to six delightful music adventures. Hop aboard for an unforgettable journey of musical excitement! Length: 34 minutes |
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A Trip to the Sony Yards Description: The inaugural run of the Laurel Highlands Railroad from Scottsdale to the Sony Yards on August 31, 1997. The train travels over the line from Everson to Mt. Pleasant, formerly part of the B & O Railroad completed in 1871, and the extension from Mt. Pleasant to Sony, completed in 1974 to service the Volkswagen factory. Length: 1 hour |
Last modified on July 16, 2008