Ogallala Great Race Celebration
Ogallala Mayor Darrell "Buck "Bassett receives a commemorative golden spike from Union Pacific Director - Public Affairs Kelli O'Brien
Ogallala is located on the original transcontinental railroad line, first reached during construction on May 24, 1867. To commemorate Ogallala's role and the 150th anniversary of this momentous achievement, Union Pacific presented a commemorative Golden Spike to the city during the opening ceremonies of the 33rd Annual Ogallala Indian Summer Rendezvous Festival on Sept. 21, 2017.