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Wisconsin - Brodhead Historical Society
Brodhead, WI - Founded in 1975, the Brodhead Historical Society operates its museum in the former Milwaukee Road depot in downtown Brodhead. The museum is open to the public at no charge, May through September, on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, or by appointment for group tours.
The Brodhead Historical Society's museum is housed in the restored Milwaukee Road depot, built in 1881. The depot is on the former Mineral Point branch of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Railroad, or The Milwaukee Road. Donated to the city of Brodhead in 1978, the depot was leased to the Brodhead Historical Society in October, 1979, who restored it in the following years.
Our mission is to protect, preserve and promote the history of Brodhead; to operate our historic Depot Museum; to show Brodhead's rich past through annual displays and permanent displays in the depot; and to add to our collection of artifacts from Brodhead's past.
Info: URL: http://www.brodheadhistory.org/ (Added: 17-Nov-2016)
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Wisconsin - Circus World Museum
Baraboo, WI - Circus World in Baraboo is one of Wisconsin Dells greatest attractions for Family Fun, Magic Shows, Circus Animals and more!
Circus World's pride and joy is the largest collection of authentic circus wagons on earth. This colossal congress contains over 200 wagons and vehicles from large, medium, and small shows as well as carnivals. They were gathered from across the United States and England, some in good shape, some neglected, and still others were basket cases… but each one has a story to tell and they are beautiful. Restored by the talented craftspeople of Circus World, the parade wagons are rolling masterpieces of the woodcarver's art, and the baggage wagons helped to transport the wonders and innovations gathered from the four corners and the seven seas to another circus stand.
Info: URL: https://www.circusworldbaraboo.org/ (Added: 18-Jun-2000)
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Wisconsin - Colfax Railroad Museum, Inc.
Colfax, WI - The Colfax Railroad Museum currently has a growing collection of railroad equipment from railroads that serviced the western Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota region. The collection includes Soo Line caboose number 273, Barney & Smith heavyweight coach number 991, and Soo Line GP-30 number 703, and other cars.
The depot houses the large collection of lanterns, railroad china, and the nation's largest railroad paper-weight collection. The primary purpose of these artifacts is to show what people encountered on day-to-day activities with the railroads and how the technology changed throughout time
Info: URL: http://www.colfaxrrmuseum.org/ (Added: 28-Oct-2010)
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Wisconsin - Fennimore Railroad Historical Society Museum
Fennimore, WI - The Fennimore Railroad Historical Society Museum, home of the Dinky, is located in the former city power house and utility building. The building has been remodeled inside and out to resemble a turn-of-the-century depot. The replica loading platform was built with sand and brick, just the way it was originally built, using brick from the original depot.
The museum also showcases an excellent collection of antique farm tools and equipment, military uniforms and war memorabilia, and home appliances and tools from the 1900 era. Many of the items on display were donated by families from Fennimore and the surrounding area. This is an attempt by Railroad Society members to better appreciate how our relatives lived in that time period.
Similar in general appearance and size to the original narrow gauge Dinky, a 1907 Davenport 2-6-0 locomotive was obtained through the efforts of the members of the Fennimore Railroad Historical Society. The Dinky* and tender now reside on the museum grounds. Visit this delightful railroad museum and talk with friendly folks who will help bring this charming part of history alive.
Info: URL: https://www.fennimore.com/community-life/museums/railroad-and-historical-society-museum/ (Added: 13-Nov-2016)
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Wisconsin - Heritage Historical Village Railroad Depot
New London, WI - The Train Depot at the historical village is the former passenger train depot for the C&NW railroad which was located on East Beacon Avenue. The depot was built in 1923, replacing the original station that dated from the 1870's. In 1905, eight passenger trains per day called at New London. Trains with names such as 'The Flambeau', 'The Twin Cities Express', and 'The Fox River Express' took travelers to cities such as Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, and Ashland.
The last passenger and mail trains came through New London in 1954. Freight trains continued to use the depot until 1982 when the railroad closed the agency. The depot stood empty for several years but was moved to its current location in 1987.
Inside the Depot - The village's Chicago and North Western depot contains displays of railroad artifacts and memorabilia.
View the collection of railroad equipment that includes a diesel engine, boxcar, and two cabooses.
Shown to the left and below are a few examples of the museum's exhibits.
Info: URL: https://www.historicalvillage.org/ (Added: 27-Nov-2016)
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Wisconsin - National Railroad Museum home page
Green Bay, WI - Welcome to the National Railroad Museum! Our mission is to inspire lifelong learning by providing dynamic educational opportunities through the preservation of railroad objects, engaging exhibits and innovative programs.
The Museum maintains a noteworthy collection of railroad objects, photographs, manuscripts and rolling stock. The Museum's educational programs for students are interactive and reinforce school curriculum including arts and history as well as science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields of study. The Museum also offers a variety of educational opportunities for adults.
The impact of the Museum is significant, with an annual attendance of 75,000. Two thirds of our members are families. On average, 5,600 patrons participate in educational programs per year. We invite you to come and explore the National Railroad Museum!
Info: URL: https://nationalrrmuseum.org/ (Added: 13-Jun-2000)
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