Spike 150
Carter Williams
1 of the 4 spikes driven at Promontory Summit fetches $2.2M at auction
The Arizona spike, which was ceremoniously driven in Utah to mark the transcontinental railroad completion in 1869, sold for a little more than $2 million during an auction that closed Thursday.2 years ago
John Hollenhorst, KSL TV
Colorado Town Disputes Utah’s Transcontinental Claim To Fame
When Utah celebrated the 150th anniversary of the driving of the golden spike, the cheering section was pretty much statewide. But in a tiny Colorado town, some people think the whole thing in Utah is a historical fraud.5 years ago
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Spike 150 Brings Boost To Weber, Box Elder Economy
A large influx of visitors into Northern Utah is expected to translate into millions of dollars being spent, especially in Box Elder, and Weber Counties.5 years ago
Keith McCord, KSL TV
Iconic ‘Champagne Photo,’ Photographers Remembered On Golden Spike Anniversary
As the transcontinental railroad was nearing completion, fortunately the Union Pacific and Central Pacific Railroads made sure the event was documented. They hired 3 photographers to preserve that great day in 1869.5 years ago
Keri Wilcox, KSL TV
Spike 150 Celebrations Honor Native American Culture and Legacy
As Utah and the nation celebrate the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad, Native Americans hope we also remember and honor an often forgotten legacy of progress.5 years ago
BRADY McCOMBS Associated Press
Cannons, Bells, Music Mark 150th Anniversary Of Railroad
Visitors traveled from as far as China and dressed in old-fashioned dresses, top hats and bonnets for the celebration featuring music, a flyover, the firing of cannons and ringing of bells at the Golden Spike National Historic Park.5 years ago
KSL TV
Presidential Message Released On The 150th Anniversary Of The Completion Of The Transcontinental Railroad
The White House released a presidential message about the 150th anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad.5 years ago
ASSOCIATED PRESS
AP Was There: US Celebrates 1869 Railroad Completion
The May 10, 1869, completion of the Transcontinental Railroad was a pivotal moment in the United States, ushering in a period of progress and expansion nationwide.5 years ago
KSL TV
LIVE UPDATES: Golden Spike 150 Transcontinental Railroad Anniversary Celebration
As Utah, and guests from around the world, celebrate the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad, 15,000 people are expected to gather Friday at the remote spot in the Utah desert where the final spikes were hammered into the ground 150 years ago.5 years ago
BRADY McCOMBS, Associated Press
Thousands Gather In Utah For 150th Anniversary Of Railroad
Some 15,000 people are expected to gather Friday at the remote spot in the Utah desert where the final spikes were hammered into the ground 150 years ago.5 years ago
KSL TV
Heritage Festival In Ogden Celebrating Golden Spike Anniversary
This year, the annual Heritage Festival will be a special anniversary edition, celebrating the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad 150 years ago.5 years ago
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Union Pacific’s ‘Big Boy,’ ‘Living Legend’ Meet Ahead of Golden Spike Anniversary
Organizers say the trains meeting today should be a reminder of how the railroad brought our country together, in more ways than one.5 years ago
Peter Rosen, KSL TV
What’s Missing From The Picture?
He knew then the history lesson and the photo were missing something – the Chinese workers who built the railroad.5 years ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
UDOT: Drivers Will See Traffic and Congestion Around Golden Spike Events, Should Plan Ahead
If you’re headed out to Golden Spike National Historical Park for the main commemoration tomorrow morning, you should already have a plan in place. UDOT and event organizers are expecting 10,000 people for the Golden Spike Sesquicentennial 150 commemoration, and all of the parking passes are already sold out.5 years ago
Associated Press
Historic Trains Meet In Ogden Ahead Of Golden Spike Anniversary
Several thousand train lovers have gathered in Utah to catch a glimpse of a pair of restored 1940s-era steam engines and celebrate the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad.5 years ago
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV
Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 Rumbles Into Utah
At every stop during Wednesday’s run, from Evanston to Echo, Morgan to Ogden, people just wanted to capture the moment.5 years ago
MEAD GRUVER, Associated Press
Refurbished ‘Big Boy’ Locomotive Fires Up Crowds In US West
It's longer than two city buses, weighs more than a Boeing 747 fully loaded with passengers and can pull 16 Statues of Liberty over a mountain.5 years ago
Spike 150
The moment that connected America is part of Utah’s legacy. KSL takes you behind the scenes of the Golden Spike celebration. Come along for the ride all week on KSL 5 with exclusive stories, interviews and live coverage honoring one of Utah’s most historic moments. Then join us Friday at 11:30am for Spike 150, The Golden History, live […]5 years ago
John Hollenhorst, KSL TV
These Enthusiasts Are Celebrating A Big Moment In Utah History On A Tiny Scale
As Utah celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Golden Spike, one group is taking it far more seriously than the rest of us. It's the folks who like to celebrate the history of railroading in miniature. It's the Iron Horse, tamed to a tiny scale.5 years ago
John Hollenhorst, KSL TV
Under It’s Own Steam, ‘Big Boy’ Heading for Utah Celebration
When Utah celebrates the upcoming 150th anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad, a star visitor will be something called "Big Boy," the largest steam locomotive ever built.5 years ago
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Ogden City Short on Volunteers Ahead of Golden Spike 150 Year Celebration
Ogden City leaders are hoping to lean on about 1,000 volunteers to help their Golden Spike 150 celebrations go off smoothly. They're still several hundred short of that number.5 years ago
KSL TV
Spike 150, Heritage Festival To Impact Roads In Ogden
As Ogden celebrates 150 years since the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad May 9-11, many downtown roads will be impacted.5 years ago
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Volunteers Locked Out of Train Restoration, Just Ahead of Golden Spike 150
Volunteers with the Golden Spike Chapter of the Railway and Locomotive Historical Society say they've been locked out of their workshop for four months, and they're eager to get back in time for the upcoming 150 year celebration.5 years ago
