Virginia Museum of Transportation, Transport museum in Downtown Roanoke, US.
The Virginia Museum of Transportation exhibits steam locomotives, diesel engines, vintage automobiles, and aircraft in a former freight station building.
The museum, established in 1963, occupies the Norfolk and Western Railway Freight Station and maintains the Commonwealth's transportation artifacts and archives.
Rail enthusiasts gather at the museum to see the Norfolk & Western Class J 611 steam locomotive, which represents Virginia's industrial development.
The museum opens Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM, with adult tickets priced at 10 dollars.
Visitors can climb aboard various locomotives in the outdoor rail yard and explore over 30 classic cars in the Auto Gallery.
Location: Roanoke
Website: http://vmt.org
GPS coordinates: 37.27290,-79.94720
Latest update: May 11, 2025 20:05
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