Railroaders Memorial Museum, Railway museum in Altoona, United States
The Railroaders Memorial Museum occupies the Master Mechanics Building, displaying railroad equipment, worker stories, and industrial exhibits across multiple floors.
The museum traces its origins to 1972, when local organizations initiated efforts to preserve railroad heritage and gather artifacts from the Pennsylvania region.
Railroad workers' daily experiences, technical innovations, and social life in central Pennsylvania form the core narrative throughout the exhibition spaces.
The museum welcomes visitors Thursday through Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM, with special arrangements available for group tours and educational programs.
The K4 steam locomotive PRR 1361 restoration project continues on site, allowing visitors to observe preservation techniques and engineering processes.
Location: Altoona
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 1300 9th Ave, Altoona, Pennsylvania, 16602 16602
Phone: +18149460834
Website: https://railroadcity.com
GPS coordinates: 40.51440,-78.39920
Latest update: May 23, 2025 23:57
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