Railfest 2016, an annual celebration of railroading past, present and future that is held on the Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend at Steamtown National Historic Site, announced that Mr. Charles Liberto has been named Grand Marshal for this year's event.
Mr. Liberto will be honored at an event opening ceremony on Saturday morning September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. hosted by Park Superintendent Deborah Conway.
Mr Liberto, a native of Philadelphia, has been instrumental in the development and success of the annual Railfest events. A former Reading Railroad Company trainman, Mr. Liberto brought together volunteers, community leaders and park staff ten years ago to develop what has turned into a highly visible and nationally-known celebration of railroading at Steamtown National Historic Site. Mr. Liberto's energy and enthusiasm helps make this event a huge success each year.
More information on Railfest 2016 is available HERE.