Celebrating 80 Years of Traveling the Yellow Brick Road
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By GERRY and PAMELA BARKER
North Palm Beach Life Published March 27, 2019 Many film historians recognize the year of 1939 as "the greatest year in movie history." That was the year that produced "Gone With the Wind," "Stagecoach" and "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington." And you might remember another movie from that year: "The Wizard of Oz," which has delighted generations of children and adults ever since. To celebrate the 80th anniversary of its release, Brightline has teamed with the Miami Children's Museum to create the Wizard of Oz Educational Exhibit, open now through Sunday, June 16. Getting to the Land of Oz is super easy. All you need is a ticket for a Brightline train and, like Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion and the Scarecrow, just follow the yellow brick road at Brightline's MiamiCentral Station. You can start at Munchkinland, then proceed to the Emerald City itself, where the Wizard is waiting your arrival. There's also the Gale house, where you can view a tornado from Dorothy's bedroom window, Dorothy's ruby red slippers and little Toto, trying to escape his basket on a bicycle. Weekend visitors may encounter the film's main characters, and Brightline is also offering private tours as well. For those looking to book a private tour or for groups, including seniors and students, the Munchkin Bunch Rates start at $15. To reserve your group experience, email guestservices@gobrightline.com. To book your ride to Brightline’s Wizard of Oz™ Educational Exhibit Experience and for more information, visit https://www.gobrightline.com/. Now, if you're ready, come along as Pam and I take a trip "over the rainbow." 
Our Emerald City tour guide
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About the Exhibit
WHERE: Brightline's MiamiCentral Station
WHEN: Through June 16, 2019, Seven days a week Listen to the Podcast
Pam is ready to enter the Land of Oz
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Photos by North Palm Beach Life
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Kids will love all the hands-on activities in Munchkinland, where you visit a forest, turn dials and twist knobs.
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Of course, adults are welcome to visit as well ... right, Pam?
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Ask a question to the great Oz, if you dare. Just be mindful of the 'fire.' That wizard can be pretty intimidating.
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Step inside Dorothy's bedroom, but hold on -- there's a tornado roaring right outside her window!
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There's Toto -- looking windblown -- sticking his head out of the basket.
Dorothy's iconic ruby red slippers are a must-see. |
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Check out memorable scenes from the movie while the kids relax at the Kids Corner.
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Pam and I both took a turn gazing into the magic Crystal Ball. We were hoping to see the winning lottery numbers!
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More hands-on fun with prisms.
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Not sure what size these shoes are, but they have taken over the Brightline station lobby
