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“dedicated to the preservation of the New York Central Railroad”
The National New York Central Railroad Museum is a railroad museum located in Elkhart, Indiana dedicated to the preservation of the New York Central Railroad (NYC).The museum includes several outdoor equipment displays, indoor model railroads, artifacts from the NYC and other railroad related exhibits including educational displays pertaining to the history of railroading. The museum is currently expanding its dedication to the preservation of both local and national railroad heritage. The museum consists of a modified NYC 20th Century Limited train set and freight house built by the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway (LS&MS) in 1907.HistoryElkhart was a vital link between East and West during the growth of railroading in the U.S. In 1833 the LS&MS built a line through town; it was later acquired by the NYC in 1914.The museum is situated opposite the Norfolk Southern Railway (NS) east-west main line; NS freight trains pass approximately every 15 minutes. Amtrak's Elkhart Station is also within walking distance; daily service is provided by the Lake Shore Limited (Chicago-Boston/New York) and Capitol Limited (Chicago-Washington, D.C.).
I've been going to this place for many years and I have loved it. Some of the benefits they offer here are being able to climb in almost all the train cars and engines they have on display. They... Read more
So, it's been years since my initial review and I think this museum still deserves 5 stars. It's a great place to come alone or as a family. We've been here often and still find something new... Read more
Really cool experience, definitely reccomend for train lovers. Lots of activities to do for kids as well. Fairly priced and no wait to get in Read more
National New York Central Railroad Museum
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