Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario

The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario displays locomotives, vintage cars, tools, and historical photographs that document how rail transport developed across this region. The collection includes equipment and vehicles spanning over a century of railway operations and engineering advancement.

The museum preserves a Canadian National dining car from the 1880s, representing the era when rail routes began linking distant communities together. This period marked the start of rapid growth and economic transformation across Eastern Ontario.

Railways shaped how communities in this region grew and connected to one another during Canada's industrial expansion. Walking through the displays, you see how train travel became woven into the daily routines and identity of local people.

Plan your visit for afternoon hours when natural light helps you see the detail on locomotives and vintage cars. The outdoor layout and ground-level access make it straightforward to walk through the collection without obstacles.

You can stay overnight in authentic vintage cabooses and experience the elevated cupola observation area at the top. This hands-on experience gives you a sense of what railway workers actually saw and experienced during their daily routines.

Location: Smiths Falls

Operator: Smiths Falls Railway Museum Association

Address: 90 William St W, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 5A5

Phone: +16132835696

Website: http://rmeo.org

GPS coordinates: 44.90162,-76.02836

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42