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Railroad museum · Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
The state railroad museum in Strasburg, with more than a hundred historic locomotives and cars in a large shed and an outdoor yard.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania is state-run and houses one of the largest collections of railroad equipment in the United States. Pennsylvania was the birthplace of the Pennsylvania Railroad, one of the world’s largest rail companies, and much of the collection comes from it.
In the main shed are steam, electric and diesel locomotives, deluxe passenger cars, mail cars and freight cars, from the 19th century through the second half of the 20th century. Elevated platforms let you view the machines from above, and some cabs and cars can be visited inside.
In the outdoor yard there are other pieces from the collection and the restoration shop, which can be observed on certain days. Exhibits tell the story of railroad workers and the expansion of railroads across the country.
The museum sits opposite the Strasburg Rail Road station, and the whistles of the steam trains can be heard from the yard.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From one and a half to three hours.
Best time
Any time of year; combine it with the steam train ride across the street. The museum is closed some weekdays in winter.
How to get there
It’s on PA-741 in Strasburg, opposite the Strasburg Rail Road, about 13 km from Lancaster.
Tip
Check the schedule: in winter the museum is open fewer days. Some locomotives can be visited inside at set times.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
What can you see at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania?
More than a hundred historic locomotives and cars, many from the former Pennsylvania Railroad, in a large shed and in the yard.
Is the railroad museum near the Strasburg Rail Road?
Yes, across the street in Strasburg; many visitors do both on the same day.
How long does a visit to the railroad museum take?
Between one and a half and three hours.