HSR 150 - Celebrating 150 Years of Connections
Tourism Hamilton is excited to present "Take a Ride with HSR: Celebrating 150 Years of Connections," a special exhibit at the Visitor Experience Centre, honoring the Hamilton Street Railway's (HSR) remarkable 150 years of service to the Hamilton community.
Date: May 21 to December 21, 2024
Time: 10 am to 4 pm daily
Location: Tourism Hamilton Visitor Experience Centre 28 James St. N Hamilton ON
This free exhibit takes visitors on a journey through time, exploring the rich history of HSR and its significant contributions to the city of Hamilton. From its humble beginnings in 1874 to the modern transit system it is today, the exhibit highlights key moments, milestones, and innovations that have shaped HSR over the past 150 years.
$1.50 Fare Days:
To celebrate HSR's 150th year of service, customers can enjoy $1.50 fares on all buses on select dates throughout 2024. The first $1.50 Fare Day will take place on Monday, May 20, 2024. Stay tuned for more $1.50 Fare Days by subscribing to Bus News and following HSR on social media.
Retro Wrapped Buses:
Keep an eye out for HSR's retro wrapped buses, coming soon to city streets! During Customer Appreciation Week, your ride on a retro wrap is on us. These commemorative buses will be on various routes throughout the city, offering passengers a nostalgic journey through Hamilton's transit history.
HSR 150 Merchandise:
HSR's friendly Customer Experience staff will be out and about meeting customers and may even have some HSR 150 merch to share. Stay tuned to HSR's social media channels for updates on where to find them.
Limited Edition PRESTO Cards:
Starting May 21, visitors can purchase a limited-edition HSR 150 PRESTO card at HSR Customer Service, 36 Hunter St. E. These commemorative cards feature the iconic horse and buggy, paying homage to HSR's rich history. Hurry, as supplies are limited!
A Look Back in Time
In May 1874, Hamilton entered the "modern era" with the introduction of the first Hamilton Street Railway horse-drawn streetcar. Over the years, HSR evolved, transitioning to electric streetcars in 1892 and eventually phasing out streetcars in favor of buses in 1951.
Whether you're a long-time resident or a visitor exploring Hamilton for the first time, come take a ride with HSR and experience the legacy of one of Canada's longest-running transit agencies.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn more about Hamilton's rich transit history. Plan your visit to the Visitor Experience Centre and take a trip back in time with HSR!
For more information and updates, visit www.hamilton.ca/HSR150.
Did You Know?
HSR was the first transit system in North America to use compressed natural gas as a fuel source.
Route 10 B Line was HSR's first express bus route, starting in September 1986.
Bus News, first published in 1986, is still published four times a year, keeping customers informed about HSR news and updates.
HSR has been providing free transportation to Ticats games since 2005 through the ticket-to-ride program.
