Golden Gate Railroad Museum, Railroad museum in Sunol, California.
The Golden Gate Railroad Museum occupies a large facility where visitors can examine preserved steam locomotives, passenger cars, and operational diesel engines from different eras.
Founded in 1975, the museum originated from a project to restore Southern Pacific locomotive 2472, which had been static since 1959 at a local display.
The museum maintains a collection that represents the evolution of railroad transportation across Northern California, particularly the Peninsula Commute service between San Francisco and San Jose.
The museum functions as a non-profit organization with a 501(c)3 status, enabling tax-deductible donations that support equipment restoration and educational programs.
The museum preserves Baldwin P-8 4-6-2 locomotive 2472, EMD GP9 3194, and FM H-12-44 1487, which remain in operational condition for demonstrations and special events.
Location: California
Inception: 1975
Official opening: 1975
Website: http://ggrm.org
GPS coordinates: 37.59780,-121.91800
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33
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