Last Stop Willoughby

Remembering the History of the CP&E Interurban Railroad

Saturday August 21, 2010: 10am – 5pm

Sunday August 22, 2010: Noon – 5pm

Join us in the Willoughby Historic District as we recall the days of steam engines and electric trolleys. Learn about the Cleveland, Painesville and Eastern Railroad, the CP&E: Willoughby’s own beloved electric trolley line that ran from 1895 to 1926.

View model train layouts and train engines or ride Lolly the Trolley, a motorized trolley reproduction, and see live steam train displays.

While you’re here, take a walk around downtown and enjoy our architecture, award-winning restaurants, and unique stores and businesses. Most of our buildings were constructed in the 1880s and we have more than four blocks listed on The National Register of Historic Places. The CP&E car barn and power station remain; both seeing new life as a microbrewery and Italian restaurant. Willoughby Coal, situated between two major rail lines, was built as a flouring mill in the 1890s and has retained much of its historical integrity.

Willoughby is conveniently located near I-90 and Ohio Rt. 2 and lodging is nearby. We have plenty of free parking throughout the city and Lolly will make convenient stops at our shops, restaurants, and parking lots.

Come early on Saturday (8:00 am – noon) and enjoy one of Northeast Ohio’s oldest and finest outdoor farmer’s markets with fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, sauces, pastas and more!

Join us in the Last Stop Willoughby Parade

Join us this year for the Heart of Willoughby – Last Stop Willoughby Parade on Sunday August 22, 2010 at 2:00pm. The parade route starts at Willoughby South High School and ends in downtown Willoughby. One of the largest parades in Lake County, you will not want to miss it, kids and kids at heart!

If you have a good train idea and want to be a participant in the parade, download an application today! There are prizes for the best entries and participants are judged by the All American Parade Judges Association.