The New York State Fair is a great place for train fans to make a whistle stop.

All aboard, Fair Fans. Right behind the Horticulture Building, you can walk through the vintage train cars and talk railroading with knowledgeable staff.

The Strates Shows midway once arrived by trains parked along the tracks at the back of the grounds. Those days are now fuzzy memories, but still fascinating to recall.

The antique rail cars tour is free and souvenirs are available.