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Scranton, Pennsylvania
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The Steamtown Roundhouse is a key feature of the Steamtown National Historic Site, which preserves the history of steam railroading in America.
The roundhouse originally had 13 stalls, which were used for servicing and storing locomotives.
Constructed in 1902, the roundhouse was an integral part of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad's operations.
The roundhouse is designed in a utilitarian style typical of early 20th-century industrial architecture, focusing on functionality and durability.
The roundhouse is actively used for the restoration and maintenance of historic steam locomotives, keeping the legacy of steam railroading alive.
Scranton was a major hub for the coal and railroad industries, making the roundhouse a vital part of the region's industrial history.
The roundhouse is one of the many attractions within the Steamtown National Historic Site, which includes a museum, a working turntable, and various historic locomotives.
