DeQuincy Railroad Museum, Railroad museum in DeQuincy, Louisiana
The museum sits inside a 1923 depot built in Mission Revival style, with graceful arches and warm details that create a welcoming atmosphere for anyone interested in the history of trains and small-town life.
The Kansas City Southern Depot opened in 1923 and served travelers for many decades before becoming a museum in 1974, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural and historical importance to the region.
Every April, the Louisiana Railroad Days Festival brings music, food stands, craft booths, and family activities to the museum grounds, turning the quiet depot into a lively gathering place that celebrates the town's deep connection to the railroad industry.
The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday through Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no entrance fee, though donations are encouraged to help maintain the exhibits and support the preservation of the historic building and artifacts.
Outside, you can walk around a real 1913 steam locomotive, climb into vintage cabooses, and peer inside a 1945 Pullman carriage, giving you a close-up look at the trains that once carried passengers and freight across the countryside.
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