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Illinois - Trolley Car 36 at Riverview Park
Rockford, IL - Trolley Car 36 is Rockford's only rail-based trolley which runs its course along the banks of the Rock River from Riverview Park to the Auburn Street Bridge. Bench style seating on the trolley can accommodate up to 32 passengers per ride.
Board the Trolley at the Trolley Station in Riverview Park (on Thursdays, board at Nicholas Conservatory), ride along Madison Street beside the scenic Rock River Recreation Path, stop for a brief visit to the Eclipse Lagoon and Gardens, travel to the Symbol, then turn around and return to the Trolley Station. Trolley Car 36 is wheelchair accessible; however, the trolley is limited to 2 wheelchairs per ride.
Trolley Car 36 also offers public rides on Fridays during the Rockford City Market.
Info: URL: https://www.gorockford.com/listings/trolley-car-36-at-riverview-park/1356/ (Added: 15-Nov-2016)
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Illinois - Union Depot Railroad Museum
Mendota, IL - Recognizing the influence of the railroad to the Mendota area. Union Depot Railroad Museum featuring a large operating HO model of 1940's, a replica telegraph office, railroad memorabilia, and actual railroad cars including: CB&Q Steam, Engine #4978 and Waycar #14454, SP "Golden Trencher" Diner, and Milwaukee Road Combine Car #2713
The purpose of the Union Depot Railroad Museum is to preserve and share with others the Mendota area's rich railroad history which includes the CB&Q, the Illinois Central, and the Milwaukee Road. We hope to accomplish this through providing an assortment of varied railroad related experiences including interactive displays and fresh programs and displays. This will attract more people to our facilities, grow our membership, and continue to raise the funds necessary for our museum to succeed long into the future.
Info: URL: http://www.mendotamuseums.org/UDRR.htm (Added: 10-Jan-1999)
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Illinois - Wheels O' Time Museum
Peoria, IL - The history of the midwest is closely tied to the history of modes of transportation that have come and gone. To see one of the most unique collections of vehicles from the past, take a look at our site and then come play and have fun at our museum.
Steam train including:
Pacific-type Rock Island RR steam locomotive, Milwaukee Road combine car, Two private Pullman cars, TP&W Caboose
and a Plymouth switch engine
Info: URL: https://wheelsotime.org/ (Added: 21-May-2001)
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Indiana - Big Four Depot, Anderson, IN
Anderson, IN - The "Big Four" Depot is eligible for the National Register because of its association with events that have made a significant
contribution to the broad patterns of our history. Under the U.S. Department of the Interior criterion category of
Transportation, the building served Anderson as a passenger Depot between 1887 and 1971. It was later renovated as a
facility for study and appreciation of the performing arts and has been a home to the Anderson Young Ballet Theatre since 1985.
Info: URL: http://madisonrails.railfan.net/aybt.html (Added: 31-Oct-2016)
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Indiana - Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, Inc.
Fort Wayne, IN - Nickel Plate Berkshire 765; Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, Inc. We own former New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad steam locomotive No. 765. We share our locomotive with the people of the country by operating excursions on various railroads in the eastern United States.
An all-volunteer, award winning non-profit, we offer outstanding, educational experiences through the operation of one of the last steam locomotives in the world: Nickel Plate Road no. 765. We are proud caretakers of history that inspires the senses and quickens the pulse.
Climb aboard and listen for the whistle.
Info: URL: https://fortwaynerailroad.org/ (Added: 13-Jun-2000)
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Indiana - French Lick Scenic Railway
French Lick, IN - The French Lick Scenic Railway is the ultimate train enthusiast destination! Located in picturesque southern Indiana, the Railroad boasts some of the best scenery in the Midwest.
Spend a day with us and ride on one of our historic trains through the beautiful Hoosier National Forest and through the Burton Tunnel. Visit the Gift Shop and purchase a piece of history to take home that will delight train enthusiasts of all ages.
Throughout the year, the Railroad hosts special events like our famous Wild-West Hold-ups, Chuggington: A Traintastic Adventure, The Wizard of Ozâ„¢ Train Ride, and Day Out With Thomas.
For the holiday season, The Polar Expressâ„¢ Train Ride is a must attend event! Ride on The Polar Express Train while being entertained with song and dance as you are whisked away to the North Pole where you can meet Santa Claus himself. A truly unique and memorable event for the whole family!
Info: URL: https://frenchlickscenicrailway.org/ (Added: 21-May-2001)
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Indiana - Grasselli Tower
North Judson, IN - The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in North Judson, Indiana has been given an opportunity by the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad Company to acquire a very unique piece of railroad history - Grasselli Tower in East Chicago. The IHB decommissioned the tower during the later part of 2007 and promptly offered the tower to the HVRM. Grasselli is one of the last remaining railroad towers in Northern Indiana.
Info: URL: http://www.grassellitower.com (Added: 1-Nov-2016)
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Indiana - Griffith Historical Park and Depot Museum
Griffith, IN - This Grand Trunk Combination Depot was moved to its present site and renovated through the efforts of Griffith residents,
schoolchildren, organizations, businesses and the Town Council.
The Griffith Historical Society. founded in 1983, was empowered by a Griffith Town Council resolution to preserve the history of the town of Griffith. At that time, ownership and operation of the Depot Museum was given to the Society by joint action of the Council and the Community Spirit Organization.
In 1994. the Society purchased the land adjacent to the Depot to create an Historical Park in tribute to Griffith's railroading past. The Griffith Historical Park was formally dedicated in May, 1995. The Park and Museum are open on the first Sunday in June till the last Sunday in August from 2-4pm and throughout the year for special tours.
Info: URL: https://griffithhistoricalsocietyinc.wordpress.com/ (Added: 17-Jul-2000)
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Indiana - Hesston Steam Museum
La Porte, IN - Located in the rural countryside of LaPorte County is Hesston Steam Museum, a unique outdoor museum featuring one of the most varied collections of steam equipment of its kind in the country. The collection includes stationary and traction engines, a steam-operated sawmill, and steam train rides on full-sized and scale model locomotives through 155 acres of natural meadows and forests. The trains range from the "India", a full-size locomotive, to a 14" gauge live steam railroad and a 1 1/2" scale railroad that all run through the woods and over and under bridges. Other restored trains on display include the 1889 Scottish-built locomotive, "The Indian," which was used in the movie Around the World in 80 Days. One of the main attractions is the 0-4-0, a Czechoslovakian locomotive originally built in 1940 for use in Germany.
Info: URL: https://hesston.org/ (Added: 24-Sep-1999)
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Indiana - Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum
North Judson, IN - Are you ready to take a journey back to a bygone era? Then visit the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in northwest Indiana. Situated near the former junction of the Erie, PRR, C&O, and NYC in historic North Judson, HVRM offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and smells of railroading during its heydays. Visit the museum or take a train ride on an authentic caboose pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive. There's lots to do and see at HVRM!
The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum is open every Saturday year-round from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm CENTRAL TIME (Chicago Time). We operate trains every Saturday May through October plus special events.
Info: URL: http://www.hoosiervalley.org/ (Added: 3-Sep-2000)
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