You Won't Want To Miss This Murder Mystery Dinner Train Happening Near Cleveland
By Nikki Rhoades|Published May 28, 2019
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
Northeast Ohio has historically hosted its own mysteries. Here in Cleveland, residents still wonder about the identity of the Torso Murderer. And, as Hollywood has frequently reminded us, the mystery of Samuel Holmes “Sam” Sheppard’s innocence continues to spark conversation in the city. While these happenings may feel far in the past, you can still put your detective skills to the test on the murder mystery dinner train through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
No trip through Greater Cleveland is complete without an excursion down the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.
All aboard! Greater Cleveland has many stunning natural features to boast of, but the Cuyahoga Valley National Park is one of its most splendid. If you've never visited its lovely campus, there's no better way to see it than via train.
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, or CVSR, preserves and renovates historic railcars, offering the public a chance to tour the national park from the comfort of a passenger car.
History and nature abound on this unique trip. The oldest car in their fleet is from 1940, though you'll travel a route based on a railway originally placed in 1880.
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Not only does their fleet of coach cars, locomotives, dining cars, and baggage cars take you on a breathtaking sightseeing tour...
Each car has its own unique history. You may sit aboard a 1953 St. Louis power car, or you may find yourself seated on the 1940 Silver Peak coach car that once served as the "Jim Crow section" for those traveling the Burlington Northern Railroad.
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...They also offer uniquely themed events that attendees rave about.
Sightseeing excursions, nighttime rides, wine and beer tastings, and dining excursions are just a few events you may choose to attend. You can learn more here.
Grab your calendar and peek at dates June 7 and 28; July 12 and 26; and August 2 and 23. On these Fridays, visitors will depart at 7:30 p.m. and will immediately transform into Suspects and Detectives.
You'll also love dressing according to the theme, and the attendee wearing the best costume just may take home a prize.
Beauty and history come to life in a unique way on this excursion. Whether you're a tourist or a resident, this is one adventure that's well worth the trip from Cleveland.
You just may awaken your inner Sherlock Holmes on this murder mystery dinner train! Who will you be taking on this trip with you?
