How many were there? At least 200,000 but maybe as many as 500,000. Fending for themselves on the streets of New York, homeless children were given a chance for a new life in America’s heartland by riding the orphan train. Orphans who remember the experience come to life and share a heartrending and forgotten part of history.

Running time: 75 min.

"Pippa's performance was one of the most inspiring and captivating perfromances I have ever seen! She has a unique talent that enables her to bring her audience back in time, but the time spent with her went much too quickly. After the performance, my students wanted more and were immediately researching more historical information without any persuasion from me."

Jim Knoepfel, Principal
Zion Lutheran School
Kearney, Nebraska

“... a history lesson that lasted more than 70 minutes. When it was over, the applause went on and on.”

Steve Wedel
The Daily Oklahoman

"Year after year, Iowa teachers request the Civic Center to bring Pippa White back for our Applause Educational Series. Pippa is one of a kind."

Lucy Suvalsky, Education Manager
Civic Center of Greater Des Moines

"The community is still "a-buzz" with talk of your wonderful and moving performance."
Diane Lemen
Florence Arts and Humanities
Omaha, NE

"Thanks again for a wonderful performance today. I asked the teachers to give me some feedback, and everything was positive. I was told the show was 'outstanding,' 'fantastic,' and 'students were fascinated.' One teacher mentioned that he had a class discussion and the students were eager to respond and able to recall all of the characters. Another had the students write a paragraph about what they learned today and they had lots to say! I know I enjoyed it immensely. I'd be happy to recommend you."

Susan DiVirgilio
Central Square All Elementary
Cleveland, N.Y.

"Pippa White's account of the Orphan Train story is masterfully accomplished. She very sensitively communicates a significant historical phenomenon that affected the lives of thousands of children and American families over a period of decades. Her effective use of simple costuming and excellent characterizations provide a lively, entertaining means of sharing a poignant message. I am struck by the artful way in which she weaves multiple storylines in a way that informs and touches audiences of all ages."

David Goin, Superintendent
Edmond Public Schools
Edmond, Oklahoma

"Thank you for a wonderful keynote at Beyond Rubies 2003. Our audience of over 600 women loved you in "The Story of the Orphan Train." Your presentation got very high marks."

Janet Slimak, Conference Coordinator
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, Iowa