LIRR History
Railroads had been in existence for only nine years when the Long Island Rail Road was chartered on April 24, 1834. The LIRR, which celebrated its 175th anniversary in 2009, is now the busiest commuter railroad in North America - and the oldest railroad in the U.S. still operating under its original name. There is no doubt that the development of Long Island is directly linked to the growth of its railroad.
Over the years, the LIRR's unique and colorful history has been documented in photographs, on film and on video. Link below for four commemorative perspectives on the LIRR's past:
Commemorative Videos
LIRR - A Reflection
(1984)
A Tradition of Service (1994)
Another Miracle on 34th Street
(2000)
Honoring 175 Years of Service (2009)
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