In an era when rail reigned transportation, the African-American porter workforce helped define luxury train travel. For almost a century, Pullman porters worked the sleeping and dining cars that gave white travelers an extravagant riding experience. Pullman porters, who were almost exclusively Black men, are also recognized for their role in developing the Black middle class and advancing civil rights. More 2024 Black History Month: Capitol Corridor Honors Pullman Porters and Their Contributions to Black History
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Weekend Picks: Oakland White Elephant Sale, San Francisco History Expo and San Jose South First Fridays
February 28, 2018The Oscars aren’t the only thing happening this weekend, and there’s plenty to do along the Capitol Corridor before the Red Carpet gets underway! Find treasures at the biggest rummage sale in Oakland, learn all about San Francisco’s history, and get you fill of art and culture hopping in San Jose.
More Weekend Picks: Oakland White Elephant Sale, San Francisco History Expo and San Jose South First Fridays
5 Must-Visit Historic Towns in Northern California
February 21, 2018This post was originally published on September 8, 2016.
Northern California’s 170-mile Capitol Corridor train route links the state’s original capital, San Jose, with its modern-day counterpart, Sacramento. But that’s not its only historical connection. Each of the Capitol Corridor’s 18 stops showcases some of California’s rich history—from the Spanish Missions to the Gold Rush to Prohibition—and five cities in particular are worth a stop. Check out these historic towns in a whirlwind weekend, or, for thorough historians, stretch out your tour over a series of excursions—either way, the Capitol Corridor is your ticket to time travel. More 5 Must-Visit Historic Towns in Northern California