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Bob LaPrelle: Museum of the American Railroad

When:
April 29, 2025 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
2025-04-29T12:00:00-05:00
2025-04-29T13:00:00-05:00
Where:
The Hall of State, Fair Park
3939 Grand Ave.
Dallas, Texas
75210
Cost:
Free
Contact:
David Lee
(214) 421-4500 ext. 104

April 29, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Museum of the American Railroad

Join us for this FREE lunchtime lecture with Bob LaPrelle who will share insight on how the cities infrastructure was shaped by railroad industry and discuss the creation of the Museum of the American Railroad in Frisco, Texas, and it’s connection and history to Fair Park.

About the speaker

Bob LaPrelle is the president of Museum of the American Railroad in Frisco, Texas. Bob LaPrelle is the president of Museum of the American Railroad in Frisco, Texas. Bob LaPrelle is a 30-year veteran in the field of historic railway preservation and museums. He has served as Executive Director/CEO of the Museum of the American Railroad since 1988, and three prior years as a board trustee. Mr. LaPrelle has placed an emphasis on the cultural history and technology aspects of railroad museums and their role in communities as an educational resource and tourism destination. LaPrelle recently led the successful effort to move the Museum to a significantly larger venue in North Texas to expand collections and serve a broader audience.

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This lecture series supported by:

Belmont Village Senior Living is designed for seniors who need some assistance with daily activities. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation, and social activities.

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