Utah will mark the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad with gatherings, plays, music, film screenings and fireworks around the state this week.
On Friday, Jupiter and No. 119 replica steam engines will meet at Golden Spike National Historic Site, re-creating the May 10, 1869, ceremony held as the nation was first united by rail. Part of that celebration — including the performance of the musical “As One” — will be broadcast by KSL-Channel 5 and the Utah Education Network (UEN).
But Utahns can continue to enjoy art, artifacts and more for weeks and even months to come at exhibits around the state.