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Sunset Limited near Sebring, Fla.

One of a set of slides depicting scenes along the route of the Sunset Limited, 1995.

Sunset Limited near Marianna, Fla.

One of a set of slides depicting scenes along the route of the Sunset Limited, 1995.

Sunset Limited east of Tallahassee, Fla.

One of a set of slides depicting scenes along the route of the Sunset Limited, 1995.

Carolinian inaugural invitation, 1990.

Multi-color printed paper invitation with envelope and RSVP card issued for the inauguration of the Carolinian (New York-Charlotte). From the Ann Owens Collection. Through the financial support of the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the current version of the Carolinian launched with an inaugural run on May 11, 1990. Although the train ran between Charlotte and New York, it was paired with the Palmetto (New York-Jacksonville, Fla.) between Rocky Mount, N.C.
and New York City. In 1991, the Carolinian began
traveling the entire New York-Charlotte route as
a separate train.

Coast Starlight brochure, 1990s.

Multi-color printed paper booklet with photographs. From the Ann Owens Collection; dates to the 1990s or later. Brochure describes accommodations and amenities available aboard the Coast Starlight, such as wine tastings, as well as the diverse landscapes through which the route passes. "Turn yourself over to the ultimate off-road adventure...The Coast Starlight offers a break from reality...Breathe."

Texas Eagle route guide.

Multi-color printed paper route guide issued in the 1990s for the daily Texas Eagle (Chicago-San Antonio; tri-weekly to Los Angeles). Guide offers brief descriptions of cities and towns along the route; overview of crew members and on-board accommodations; and photo tips. From the Ann Owens Collection.

Sunset Limited amid Louisiana wetlands.

One of a set of slides depicting scenes along the route of the Sunset Limited, 1995.

Sunset Limited near Crescent City, Fla.

One of a set of slides depicting scenes along the route of the Sunset Limited, 1995.

The City of New Orleans gains Superliner equipment, 1994.

Multi-color printed paper brochure to promote the introduction of bi-level Superliner equipment on the City of New Orleans (Chicago-New Orleans) in 1994. From the Ann Owens Collection. Prior to the arrival of the Superliner cars, the train used a mix of Amfleet and Heritage units. "Amtrak's Superliners are restaurants, movie theaters, social centers and so much more."

Sunset Limited near Avon Park, Fla.

One of a set of slides depicting scenes along the route of the Sunset Limited, 1995.