Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum, Railroad museum in North Judson, Indiana, United States.
The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum maintains over 50 pieces of rolling stock, including freight cars, passenger cars, cabooses, and diesel engines.
Founded in 1988, the museum started with a single track and steam locomotive before expanding into a comprehensive railroad preservation center.
The museum's collection includes the Chesapeake & Ohio No. 2789, a 2-8-4 Kanawha-type steam locomotive that operated until 1955.
Visitors can explore the museum exhibits and archives every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, operating on Central Time.
The facility features the Grasselli Tower, relocated to the museum grounds, along with a disassembled 100-foot turntable pending future installation.
Location: Indiana
Official opening: 1988
Website: http://hoosiervalley.org
GPS coordinates: 41.22020,-86.77330
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:06
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