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Nebraska - Fairbury Rock Island Railroad Depot Museum
Fairbury, NE - The two-story Rock Island Railroad Depot is a historic stop that's sure to impress. The Rock Island Railroad Depot is one of two remaining brick Rock Island Railroad Depots in Nebraska and is the largest depot still in existence between Chicago and Denver.
Of the 36 Rock Island Depots built in Nebraska, the Fairbury Depot is the only one that has been restored to it's historical integrity. Fairbury's Depot, which housed the Western Division Headquarters of the Rock Island Railroad, is now a Rock Island Railroad museum.
It houses Rock Island Railroad artifacts and displays memorabilla donated by former railroad employees and their families. When you visit the Fairbury Rock Island Railroad Depot, you'll see the restored main lobby, ticket office, lounges, and baggage areas. A large model train display is sure to delight visitors of all ages.
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Nebraska - Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center
North Platte, NE - The idea of the Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center was first conceived in the mid-1990s as Union Pacific's viewing platform was falling into disrepair. Community leaders thought it a good idea to erect a tower that would allow visitors to get a birds-eye view of Bailey Yard. The Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center opened on June 26, 2008. Take a ride up the elevator to the 7th floor open air observation deck to experience the sights and sounds of the rail yard, Or the 8th floor for enclosed viewing.
The Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center features a courtyard proudly flying the 23 flags representing each state Union Pacific Railroad serves. The Brick Pavilion honors members of our community, employees of Union Pacific and others with commemorative bricks embossed with the name of the person for which the brick was purchased.
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Nebraska - Omaha Zoo Railroad.
Omaha, NE - All aboard! Take a ride on the Omaha Zoo Railroad. Climb aboard the Omaha's Zoo Railroad and take a ride on the steam locomotive.
The train is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Guests can board the train at the Omaha Depot, located on the north side of the Zoo near Red Barn Park, or at the African Lodge, located on the southeast corner of the Zoo.
Info: URL: http://www.omahazoo.com/hours-and-admission (Added: 17-Nov-2016)
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Nebraska - Stuhr Museum Railroad Town
Grand Island, NE - One of the first exhibits visitors see upon entering the museum is also one of the most striking exhibits in the area. Led by the Augustine Family, Union Pacific Engine 437, the Railroad Display also includes the Bosselman Family, Hoch Family Union Pacific Boarding Car and the Ann and Dennis Vanosdall, Union Pacific Caboose.
Visitors get a real, up close sense of the pieces by ascending the incline and viewing the pieces as if they were about to board. This exhibit is open all year.
Stuhr Museums 19th Century Living History Community opened on Sunday, May 1, 2016. The town will be staffed with living historians who will be in the homes and businesses of town, going about their business but never too busy to stop and talk about the town and their time. There is much to explore in Railroad Town, but for those wanting to plan your day at Stuhr Museum a little more, every day will include hands-on activities for everyone to take part in that help you experience aspects of plains life in the 19th Century.
Info: URL: https://www.stuhrmuseum.org/see-and-do/railroad-town.html (Added: 17-Nov-2016)
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Nevada - Carson City Railroad Association
Carson City, NV - The Carson City Railroad Association is located in Mills Park in beautiful Carson City, Nevada. We operate a two foot gauge amusement park train. The roster of rolling stock includes two diesel look-a-like locomotives that are gas powered, three covered passenger cars and two open gondolas. The ride winds through Mills Park on approximately 1.5 miles of track and takes 10-15 minutes to complete.
The group also has ane HO and N scale model railroad in Mills Park. The group meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Mills Park Station. Weekly workshops and operating sessions for the HO model railroad are held on Tuesday evenings.
The CCRA offers train rides for adults and children around Mills Park during summer weekends. Tickets may be purchased at the Mills Park Station. Inside the Station is an operating HO scale railroad and a new N scale railroad. The public is welcome to view it whenever the outside railroad is in operation. The model railroad is 12x24 feet and includes a narrow gauge operation. A snack bar is available for your convenience.
Info: URL: http://www.carsoncityrailroadassociation.org/ (Added: 2-Dec-2016)
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Nevada - Nevada Northern Railway
Ely, NV - Savor the real west and journey back in time on the historic Nevada Northern Railway in Ely, Nevada. Often called the "best preserved" shortline in North America, the Nevada Northern was one of the last great mining railroads built in the early 20th century, carrying millions of tons of copper ore from Ely mines.
This is one of the last, and best-preserved standard-gauge short line railroads in America. It simply would not exist without the loyal support from hundreds of railfans like yourself. It takes resources, know-how, and hard work to keep the railroad in operation.
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Nevada - Nevada Southern Railway
Boulder City, NV - Come ride the Nevada Southern Railway excursion train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. We are located in historic Boulder City, Nevada; the city that built the Hoover Dam.
Ride the rails and experience history dating back to the 1930's - the time this Boulder Branch Line was constructed by the Union Pacific Railroad to service the Boulder Dam project. Ride in your choice of an open air car or air conditioned / heated Pullman coaches. We are wheelchair accessible. Also available on select weekends are model railroad displays and 7½" gauge live steam model trains with rides.
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Nevada - Nevada State Railroad Museum
Boulder City, NV - The Nevada State Railroad Museum at Boulder City is a part of the Nevada Department of Cultural Affairs. There are currently no indoor interpretive, exhibit or display facilities at this location.
Here at the Museum, the maintenance facility was built in 1996 and the passenger platform was built in 2000. Equipment has been acquired by the State both through purchase and donation. The refurbishment of the locomotives and cars has been funded primarily by the State, with some private donations, and lots of volunteer labor.
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Nevada - Virginia & Truckee Railroad
Virginia City, NV - The Official Virginia & Truckee Railroad in Virginia City. Come experience Nevada's Comstock silver mining history aboard the V & T train daily!
Starting just above the Carson River Canyon, the train runs along the west side of Mound House and across a spectacular railroad bridge over U.S. Hwy. 50, then picks up the historic, Comstock Era V & T route. Watch for mines, silver ore veins, maybe even wild mustangs.
Travel back to the bonanza days on the historic and scenic original Virginia & Truckee Railroad route. The V&T conductor tells the story of Nevada's late 19th century mining boom, when the V&T was built and Virginia City was the richest city on earth, with more millionaires than anywhere else.
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New Hampshire - Ashland Railroad Station Museum
Ashland, NH - Victorian railroad station now a railroad history museum. Restored and renovated in 1997-98. Opened as a museum in 1999. One of best preserved late 19th century railroad stations in NH and houses a growing collection of railroad artifacts, pictures, and documents.
Built c. 1869 as a passenger station by the Boston, Concord & Montreal RR. Renovated 1891 by Concord, Montreal RR - used as RR station until 1959 when passenger service ended. Purchased by Joseph Curley, whose widow Vera donated it to Society in 1980. On National Register.
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