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New England Metroliner invitation, 1982.

Invitation to the inaugural run of the New England Metroliner (Boston-New York) on October 28, 1982; includes two sided paper card and envelope. This was the first significant expansion of Metroliner Service beyond the Washington-New York market (Amtrak had extended service to New Haven in November 1971). Unlike its counterpart on the southern leg of the Northeast Corridor, the New England Metroliner was not electrified, but it did make limited stops, covering the distance between New York and Boston in 3 hours, 55 minutes.

Lake Shore Limited route guide.

Multicolor printed paper route guide issued in the mid-1970s for the new, daily Lake Shore Limited (Chicago-New York/Boston). Guide offers brief descriptions of cities along the route, accommodations and the roles of crew members. From the Ann Owens Collection. The modern Lake Shore Limited began operations in fall 1975.

Coast Starlight route guide, 1986.

Multicolor printed paper route guide issued in October 1986 for the daily Coast Starlight (Los Angeles-Seattle). Guide offers brief descriptions of cities and towns along the route, as well as a map and photo tips. From the Ann Owens Collection.

City of New Orleans route guide.

Multicolor printed paper route guide issued in the 1990s for the daily City of New Orleans (Chicago-New Orleans). Guide offers brief descriptions of cities and towns along the route, as well as a map and photo tips. From the Ann Owens Collection.

Pioneer route guide.

Two-color printed paper route guide issued in the 1990s for the Pioneer (Chicago-Seattle via Laramie). Guide offers brief descriptions of cities and towns along the route, as well as a map and photo tips. From the Ann Owens Collection. The Pioneer ran from 1977 until 1997.

Capitol Limited route guide.

Two-color printed paper route guide issued in the 1990s for the daily Capitol Limited (Washington-Chicago). Guide offers brief descriptions of cities and towns along the route, as well as a map and photo tips. From the Ann Owens Collection.

Montrealer brochure.

Multicolor printed paper brochure issued for the daily, overnight Montrealer (Washington-Montreal). Bilingual French/English brochure offers passengers an overview of the train crew, accommodations, famed Le Pub lounge/dining area and customs procedures. From the Ann Owens Collection. The daytime Vermonter, terminating in St. Albans, Vt., replaced the Montrealer on April 1, 1995.

Southwest Chief brochure, 1989.

Multicolor printed paper brochure issued in March 1989 for the daily Southwest Chief (Chicago-Los Angeles). Brochure offers passengers an overview of the train staff, accommodations and photo tips. From the Ann Owens Collection.

Merchants Limited route guide, 1973.

Multicolor printed paper route guide issued in June 1973 for the daily Merchants Limited (Washington-Boston). Guide offers brief descriptions of cities and towns along the route, as well as a fold-out map. From the Ann Owens Collection. The train took its name from that of a predecessor run by the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad.

Ticket sale coupon book, 1980.

Ticket sale coupon book (NRPC Form 92), revised August 1980. Composed of paper and carbon paper slips, including a charge form; accounting coupon; ticket coupon; and passenger receipt. Front cover features the "America's Getting Into Training" marketing slogan used in the early 1980s. From the Ann Owens Collection.