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Netherlands - Dutch Railway Museum / Het Spoorwegmuseum
Utrecht - Dutch Railway Museum
In the museum 'experience' is central. You can not just look at the beautiful, historic trains, there is plenty to do and experience. The different 'worlds' of the museum tell the story of nearly 175 years of railways in the Netherlands. Boring? Not at all! The "worlds" of the Railway in 'The Great Discovery' go back in time and end up in an old coal mine. You hear the story of the invention of the steam engine and meet the Eagle, the first train that ran in The Netherlands. In "Dream Travel" the actors of the museum will take you on a journey with the upscale Orient Express. And the 'Steel Monsters' you make a thrilling ride through life-size locomotives. In 'The Workshop' are the beautiful old locomotives and carriages. Special EduTRAINers happy to tell you more about this historic trains. right click on the pictures for an impression. A feast for children , especially for children, it is a joy to explore. the "worlds" of the Railway Outside the kids can let off steam in the playground and in the children's train ride. MICE A visit to the Railway takes about 3.5 hours, a great day out for all the family!
Info: URL: https://www.spoorwegmuseum.nl/ (Added: 31-Oct-2010)
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New Brunswick - McAdam Railway Station
McAdam, NB - Built in 1900, the McAdam Railway Station is a National and Provincial Historic site and a designated Heritage Railway Station. Located on the New Brunswick-Maine border the former Canadian Pacific Railway Station was part of the main CPR line into Atlantic Canada.
The Station is operated and managed by the McAdam Historical Restoration Commission. It is an active museum offering tours, catered meals, conference facilities and much more. The Station is also a Visitor Information Center, located only a few kilometers from the Maine-New Brunswick border crossing at Vanceboro.
Come on in and take a tour. It's a story of railroad history when ridin' the rail was the only way to travel! Take the guided tour and discover the significance of rail travel to New Brunswick and Canada. Stories of German spies, plane crashes and a waiting room shooting are all part of the experience of rail travel in the early 1900's. It's a step back in time!
Experience the golden age of travel when you visit this heritage railway station, built in 1900. Get your photo taken in the telegraph office where you learn how to communicate in Morse code, the language of the early railway industry. Get a glimpse into history through artefacts, mementos and photos and see for yourself how things were when the local train schedule was the unofficial town clock. Round out your adventure with a slice of ‘railroad pie' and fresh tea or coffee.
Info: URL: https://www.mcadamstation.ca/ (Added: 17-Dec-2016)
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New Brunswick - New Brunswick Railway Museum
Hillsborough, NB - Welcome to the leading railway museum in New Brunswick! The New Brunswick Railway Museum (NBRM) is located in Hillsborough, NB, and houses an extensive collection of railway artefacts. Please take the time to browse through our website and view our collections, and learn more about New Brunswick's extensive railway history.
All aboard!
The New Brunswick Railway Museum is a project of the Canadian Railroad Historical Association (NB Division) , a charitable organization of volunteers dedicated to educating the public about New Brunswick's railway history.
Info: URL: http://www.nbrm.ca/ (Added: 17-Dec-2016)
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New Brunswick - Railroad Interpretation Center: Du Réel Au Miniature
Edmundston NB - A 1 hour visit that will leave you speechless. Welcome to the Railroad Interpretation Center: Du Réel Au Miniature, where the impossible exists.
A captivating journey about railroad history. A guide will be there to answer all your questions about the tour .
The museum is a 1900's train shed replica. An exhibit that changes every year and relates the life of railway-men.
A 900 square feet HO 1/87 scale lay-out that is constantly changing. You see a great deal of different modeling aspect like cars, structures, engines, scenery and many scale kilometers of tracks.
The visit will bring you in the past with different replicas and 230 feet of boardwalk that will lead you to a covered railroad bridge and to the resting area, the hall of fame. Then, welcome aboard for a tour of New-Brunswick in miniature, a magnificent journey through the modeler's eyes. At the end of your visit the Jefstyle souvenir and hobby shop will allow you to get souvenirs. The Brake's-man trail will guide you back to your departure "parking area".
Info: URL: http://www.dureelauminiature.com/ (Added: 17-Dec-2016)
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New Brunswick - Shogomoc Historical Railway Site
Florenceville-Bristol, NB - Shogomoc Railway Museum & Welcome Centre. Join us on a guided tour of a restored 1914 CPR station, a train car renovated into a fine dining restaurant along with 2 other renovated train cars on site. A site tour offers railway artifacts, hands-on activities, numerous visual displays, and answers to your related questions. Children will enjoy our Train Conductor & Passenger Picture Kiosk and playing on the outside Train Play-Apparatus.
The Shogomoc Railway Site & Welcome Centre has free RV parking, public washrooms, and access to walking trails and is only seconds away from the beautiful Riverside Park. Inside the Welcome Centre you will find a gift shop filled with great items like: Railway & Town Souvenirs, Local Maple Products, Books, Candy, T-Shirts and so much more! Be sure to check out our artisans section, featuring the works of many of our local artisans throughout the River Valley.
Jump back into history with a visit to our Shogomoc Railway Site & Welcome Centre.
Info: URL: https://www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca/Products/S/ShogomocRailwaySite/ (Added: 17-Dec-2016)
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New Zealand - Canterbury Railway Society
Christchurch, New Zealand. - Based at Ferrymead Heritage Park, the Canterbury Railway Society restores and operates New Zealand's finest collection of steam, diesel and electric locomotives, rolling stock, signalling equipment and buildings.
The Ferrymead Railway and the Canterbury Railway Society trace their heritage back to the 1940s when the New Zealand Railway and Locomotive Society was formed. Located in Christchurch, the Society is a non-profit organisation that carries out a range of activities, including the operation of the Ferrymead Railway, the preservation of locomotives and rolling stock, the sale of publications and souvenirs, and the publication of a monthly newsletter for members. The CRS also participates in other local and national rail preservation activities throughout New Zealand.
Info: URL: http://www.canterburyrailsociety.co.nz/cgi-sys/suspendedpage.cgi (Added: 13-Jun-2000)
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