Plan Your Visit

Hours & Admission

Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Open May 9 through September 26.

• Adults: $12
• Seniors & Military: $10
• Kids (Ages 2–12): $10
• Under 2: Free

Admission includes full museum access and all standard train rides for the day. Tickets are available at the gate, with extra ride tickets available in the depot.

What You'll See

Our collection is a treasure trove of railroad history! Explore vintage streetcars, interurbans, steam and diesel locomotives, a railway post office car, passenger cars, and cabooses that once traveled the rails across Ohio and beyond. You will also discover historic railroad structures that helped define small-town life, from a freight depot and section house to a scale house that fueled a community's energy needs during the coal age.

Every piece of rolling stock has a story to tell, and many have been lovingly preserved to reflect the era they served. Explore our exhibits up close and discover the equipment, artifacts, and photographs that bring the everyday world of rail travel back to life.

Seeing a train on television is one thing. Standing beside one is something else entirely!

What You'll Do

There is nothing quite like climbing aboard a piece of living history! Hop on for a train ride and experience firsthand the sights, sounds, and rhythms of rail travel from a bygone era.

Beyond the ride, the fun keeps going! Wander the grounds at your own pace, get up close with historic equipment, and strike up a conversation with our volunteers. They live and breathe railroad history and love sharing the story behind every locomotive, car, and artifact on site.

There is truly something here for everyone, and we love seeing families discover a shared passion for railroad history together!

• Picnic on the grounds: Kick back and enjoy a meal or snack at our shaded picnic tables, a perfect way to recharge mid-visit.
• Try gem mining: Feeling adventurous? Test your luck at our gem mining sluice, a hands-on activity the whole family will love!
• Ride the rails: We offer train rides, speeder rides, and cab rides. There is a way for every visitor to experience the rails up close!
• Take the controls: Want to run a real train? Visitors can actually operate a diesel locomotive with our Throttle Time experience. Book your session today and see what it feels like from the engineer's seat!

Amenities

We want your visit to be comfortable and easy from start to finish. Here's what you'll find on site:

• Parking: Free on-site parking is available for all guests.
• Restrooms: Restroom facilities are located on the grounds for your convenience.
• Seating areas: Take a break and relax in our designated seating spots.
• Gift shop: Browse railroad-themed souvenirs and keepsakes to remember your visit.
• Snack Caboose: Enjoy tasty treats, beverages, and snacks throughout your day.

Visitor Policies

Before you visit, please take a few minutes to review our full Visitor Policies & Ticket Terms. It covers everything from accessibility and safety guidelines to ticket refunds, exchanges, and our photography policy, so you know exactly what to expect.