Proceeds benefit the Union Pacific Museum Association and the Union Pacific Friend-to-Friend Network.

The Union Pacific Railroad Museum is thrilled to offer rail fans a rare opportunity to ride in the cab of the world’s largest operating steam locomotive – Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014.

Four spots inside the locomotive will be placed up for auction August 12^th , with all proceeds benefiting two worthy causes: the Union Pacific Museum Association and Union Pacific’s Friend-to-Friend Network, a nonprofit operated by current and retired employees that assists railroad families in times of need, such as medical or natural disaster hardships.

The 4 lucky winners will ride in early September during Big Boy’s planned Heartland of America tour: two riders in the cab on September 2^nd inbound into Omaha, Nebraska, and two riders in the cab September 4^th outbound into Iowa.

The rides will be approximately one and a half hours in duration and riders will have to be 18 years of age or older and be able to comply with all requirements listed below.

Riders will enjoy a private tour of the Union Pacific Museum on September 3, 2024. Please plan on arriving in Omaha/Council Bluffs on September 1^st and leaving September 5^th to make the most of this adventure!

Each spot will be auctioned separately. The auction will run for 7 days, starting August 12^th at 10:00 a.m. CT and ending August 19^th during a live auction close beginning at 7:00 p.m. CT.

The four successful bidders will be provided detailed itineraries by the Union Pacific Museum.

All auction winners/riders must:

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of the ride and show proof of age.
• Arrange for their own travel and lodging into and out of Omaha/Council Bluffs.
• Arrive 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time to be given a safety briefing prior to boarding at the designated location.
• Board the steam engine without assistance via a vertical ladder on the side of the engine from tracks – not a platform.
• Stand for a portion, if not the entirety of the trip, inside the cab.
• Withstand the high temperature inside the steam engine cab (temperature can reach 140 degrees or higher).
• Dress in appropriate, comfortable clothing for the ride in the cab.  NOTE:  Non-skid, closed-toe shoes and long pants are required. (Safety vest, protective eye wear and hearing protection will be provided by Union Pacific).
• Understand that only winning bidders will be contacted with details of the trip, including where they will board and depart.
• Sign a waiver of liability from Union Pacific as well as a photo and video release
• Must comply with all Museum and Union Pacific staff directions. Failure to comply will result in being removed from the property with no refund.
• Understand that Union Pacific reserves the right to alter, modify, cancel or reschedule this opportunity.

This opportunity is provided at Union Pacific’s sole discretion and while they will strive to adhere to the planned itinerary, circumstances beyond the railroad’s control may necessitate changes to ensure the safety and satisfaction of all participants as well as the operation of the railroad.

If the opportunity is canceled, your winning bid amount will be refunded, less any expenses incurred, if any, by Rail & Road Auctions and the Union Pacific Museum.

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