Memphis Railroad & Trolley Museum, Railway museum in downtown Memphis, Tennessee
The Memphis Railroad & Trolley Museum displays railroad artifacts, model trains, and trolley exhibits on the ground floor of Central Station building.
The museum, which opened in 2012, documents the development of rail transportation that shaped Memphis into a major distribution center during the 19th century.
Educational programs and exhibits at the museum demonstrate how railroads and trolleys influenced the growth and social connections of Memphis communities.
Located at 545 South Main Street, the museum provides accessibility through the MATA Trolley Main Street Line and Riverfront Loop services.
Volunteer-operated exhibits include detailed model train dioramas that recreate specific periods of Memphis railroad operations and infrastructure development.
Location: Tennessee
Inception: 2012
Website: http://mrtm.org
GPS coordinates: 35.13234,-90.05912
Latest update: March 21, 2025 17:24
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