POLLOCK PINES, CA (MPG) – Riders, history enthusiasts and communities along the historic Pony Express Trail are gearing up for the 2026 National Pony Express Re-Ride. This year’s event promises to be an extraordinary milestone as it aligns with the nation’s semi quincentennial. The Missouri Pony Express President will officially open the event at 2…
The historic Pony Express will once again ride across the nation this month as part of the 2026 National Pony Express Re-Ride, a 24-hour-a-day horseback relay commemorating one of America’s most iconic mail delivery systems. The event begins June 15 in St. Joseph, Missouri, and follows the original Pony Express route more than 1,900 miles…
The annual Pony Express Re-Ride will traverse Nebraska June 16–18, highlighting the state’s central role in one of the most legendary … Paywall article
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — The Pony Express National Re-Ride, an annual tribute to the legendary mail service of 1860–61, begins on June 15 when the first rider departs Missouri, letters are set to arrive in California on June 25. This reenactment, celebrating the daring young riders and historic trail, will carry the mail westward through…
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LINCOLN — A bronze sculpture of a Pony Express rider, produced by Nebraska artist Linda Egle, will be officially dedicated in Gothenburg at 2 p.m. on April 22. The sculpture, which has been undergoing final touches since being delivered last summer, sits at the Ehmen Park Arboretum in Gothenburg, adjacent to the Pony Express Station…
New Bronze Statue Celebrates Historic Legacy and Community Spirit GOTHENBURG, NE— The community of Gothenburg is proud to announce the dedication of a new life-sized bronze sculpture honoring the legendary Pony Express. The statue, which depicts a rider galloping on horseback, has been installed in the scenic Ehmen Park Arboretum, further highlighting Gothenburg’s importance…
[Pollock Pines, CA] — Riders, history buffs, and fans of American frontier heritage are invited to experience one of the nation’s most iconic events — the Annual Pony Express Re-Ride, taking place June 15 through June 25, 2026. This year’s event celebrates not only the enduring spirit of the Pony Express but also ties into the America 250 celebrations commemorating…
Last Saturday, Dec. 6, a local tradition rode once again. The Gothenburg Pony Express Re-ride held their annual Christmas Card Ride, offering citizens a chance to send their greetings by horse. The group collected cards and letters until Dec. 5, and then packed the mail into their leather mochila to make the ride Saturday morning.…
LODGEPOLE, NE – The Village of Lodgepole has been humming with energy, cooperation, and community pride in recent weeks. Whether through the hum of a mower, the clink of a historical marker being installed, or the soft hoofbeats of a Pony Express horse, signs of progress and heritage have been all around. One of the…
