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AKRON AMTRAK DEPOT
AKRON, OHIO -USA
Location: AKRON, OH
Description:
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Although Amtrak no longer stops at the depot it remains boarded up.
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QUAKER SQUARE
120 E. MILL ST.
AKRON, OHIO 44308 -USA
Location: AKRON, OH
Phone: 330-253-5970
Description:
- HISTORICAL LANDMARK
- RAILROAD TOWER
- RAILROAD RELATED SITE
- RAILROAD RELATED CAFE/RESTAURANT
- RAILROAD MEMORABILIA ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD DISPLAY
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- MODEL RAILROAD
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Quaker Square is an amazing piece of history. The Quaker Oats company began in Akron and in 1970 their plant was closed. The building was turned into a hotel and is now University of Akron student housing. Inside the campus eateries are wonderful. 3 original Broadway Limited cars are inside and you may eat your meals in them. There is also Schumacher's restaurant and Ferdinand's Spirits, all 3 have wonderful railroad memorabilia and photos in them. The school store is housed in the mall section of the building and has many, many railroad artifacts on display as well as several model railroads.. An Aerotrain park train is on display as well. There are a ton of interesting historical pictures and articles throughout the building. Across the parking lot is the depot that has been restored and can host banquets for up to 1,000 people. I loved this place, great history.
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Added 10/19/2002
Updated 11/07/2013
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SCHROCK'S AMISH FARM AND VILLAGE
4363 STATE ROUTE 39
BERLIN, OHIO 44610 -USA
Location: LOCATED 1 MILE EAST OF BERLIN, OHIO ON STATE ROUTE 39
Phone: 330-893-3051
Description:
Web Site SCHROCK'S AMISH FARM AND VILLAGE HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Enjoy a 1.2 mile train ride through the farm grounds. This 16" gauge train ride is great for the entire family.
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Added 04/22/2006
Updated 12/13/2009
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BYESVILLE SCENIC RAILROAD
100 TOLLIVER TRAIL
BYESVILLE, OHIO 43723 -USA
Location: BYESVILLE, OH
Phone: 800-688-3116
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- STEAM EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
Web Site BYESVILLE SCENIC RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
During your trip you will see the beautiful countryside of southeastern Ohio while traveling the rails of the former Pennsylvania and B&O railroads. You?ll learn about the life, heritage and customs of the coal miners that once worked underground in the many deep mines. The Byesville Scenic Railway is now working to rebuild the old B&O Eastern Ohio Branch from the State Route 821 crossing (near Pleasant City) southwest to Cumberland. Once this 8 mile long section of track is re-opened, the route of our passenger excursion will be 25 miles round trip. After our expansion to Cumberland, someday our excursion train could possibly operate a few miles further southwest near the huge wild animal preserve known as The Wilds to enjoy one of their safari tour adventures.
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NORTHERN OHIO RAILWAY MUSEUM (NORM)
P.O. BOX 458
CHIPPEWA LAKE, OHIO 44215-0458 -USA
Location: 5515 BUFFHAM ROAD, CHIPPEWA LAKE, WESTFIELD TOWNSHIP.
Phone: 330-769-5501
Description:
- TROLLEY MUSEUM
- TRAIN SPOTTING LOCATION
- TROLLEY(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD MEMORABILIA ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
Web Site NORTHERN OHIO RAILWAY MUSEUM HOMEPAGE
Related Webs: NORM HOME MOVES
Related Webs: NORM AT FACEBOOK
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Comments/Directions:
Over 40 examples of Streetcars, Interurbans and Railroad Equipment ranging in age from the 1890's to the 1970's are preserved with many on display. Collection includes pieces from the Midwest and Canada with a focus on northern Ohio. The Museum grounds are open to visitors on Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM May though October. Hourly guided walking tours start at 10:30 AM.
Two carbarns and a maintenance facility have already been completed on our main museum grounds in southern Medina County and construction of our first section of overhead to to power our trolley cars is underway. Other current projects include the restoration of Shaker Rapid Rapid Transit 303 and the conversion of Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Combine 1088 into our interim Visitor's Center.
Recent roster additions include Shaker Heights Rapid Transit Center Entrance Car 12 which is one of Cleveland’s most recognized fantrip cars, Cleveland Transit System Rapid Transit Car 109 which was fully restored in 1990 by the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority and Cleveland Transit System Line Car 024 which was built by CTS in 1960 from Shaker Heights Rapid Transit Center Entrance Car 17.
Our goal is to construct two additional carbarns and a demonstration railway on our two mile stretch of former Cleveland & Southwestern Interurban roadbed adjacent to the museum grounds. A very active CSX line runs parallel to our right of way.
Come and see us GROW! Watch our website for updates, events and our online store featuring numerous new and used rail books. You can also visit us on Facebook or at YouTube at NORM Home Movies.
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Added 10/19/2002
Updated 09/02/2014
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CINCINNATI RAILROAD CLUB / CINCINNATI UNION TERMINAL
P.O. BOX 14157
CINCINNATI, OHIO 45250-0157 -
Location: 1301 WESTERN AVENUE.
Phone: 513-651-7245
Description:
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- RAILROAD SHOPS/FACILITIES
- TRAIN SPOTTING LOCATION
- RAILROAD MEMORABILIA ON DISPLAY
Web Site CINCINNATI RAILROAD CLUB HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Display in Tower A (old control tower) at Cincinnati Union Terminal. Union Terminal is now a museum complex with natural history, children's, and Cincinnati heritage museums as well as an IMAX theater. The club meets the first Thursday of the month at 7:30PM with a program following the business meeting. For program information and information on special trips, call the number above for an updated message.Tower A is open to the public Wednesday thru Sunday 12pm-4pm.There is no admission charge.Original trainboard is being made to operate thru computer software as it did when the interlocking machine was working. TOWER A WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL THE RESTORATION OF THE CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER IS COMPLETED(FALL OF 2018).
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Added 10/19/2002
Updated 01/06/2017
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CIRCLEVILLE CITY PARI
CIRCLEVILLE, OHIO -USA
Location: Circleville, Ohio
Description:
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Comments/Directions:
Sturm Dillard 0-6-0T #106 is on display.
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DUBLIN & GRANVILLE WESTERN RAILROAD (PRIVATE)
COLUMBUS, OHIO -USA
Location: Columbus, OH
Description:
- MINIATURE DIESEL 7.5 IN.
- MINIATURE STEAM 7.5 IN.
Web Site DUBLIN & GRANVILLE WESTERN RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
Private 7.5" steam and diesel park.
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Added 04/22/2003
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CONNEAUT RAILROAD HISTORICAL MUSEUM
P.O. BOX 643
CONNEAUT, OHIO 44030 -USA
Location: LOCATED IN THE EX-NYC PASSENGER STATION, NOW ON THE CONRAIL MAIN.
Phone: 216-599-7878
Description:
Web Site CONNEAUT RAILROAD HISTORICAL MUSEUM HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
Nickel Plate Road Berkshire #755, a B&LE hopper car and B&LE caboose #1001 are on display.
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Updated 04/26/2003
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CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK MUSEUM
1000 CARILLON BLVD.
DAYTON, OHIO 45409-2023 -USA
Location: DAYTON
Phone: 937-293-2841
Description:
- RAILROAD MUSEUM
- MINIATURE STEAM 7.5 IN.
- HISTORICAL LANDMARK
Web Site DAYTON HISTORY HOME PAGE - CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK INFORMATION
Related Webs: CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK INFORMATION
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Comments/Directions:
26 Acre outdoor historical museum featuring transportation (rail, auto & air), industrial and cultural exhibits from Dayton, OH and the surrounding area. Railroad related exhibits feature 1836 B&O grasshopper type 0-4-0 steam locomotive, C&O A922/ex- PM and B&O C2646/ex-BR&P cabooses are on display, a Barney & Smith Co. Parlor car, a Cleveland & Lake Erie electric traction car, and two Dayton City Railway Co. electric trolleys all displayed inside a roundhouse style, climate controlled building. Elsewhere in the Park are the relocated Bowling Green, OH, B&O passenger depot, an elevated PRR crossing shanty, a fireless 0-4-0 Porter switcher and a 2ft gage saddle tank industrial steam engine. A miniature railroad (see listing for Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society) operates adjacent to the museum twice a month, April through October. Admission fee for Carillon Historical Park Museum. Additional riding membership fee required for miniature railroad.
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Added 10/19/2002
Updated 04/01/2007
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CARILLON PARK RAIL & STEAM SOCIETY,INC (PRIVATE)
1000 CARILLON BLVD
DAYTON, OHIO 45409 -
Location: CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK MUSEUM, DAYTON
Description:
- MINIATURE STEAM 7.5 IN.
- MINIATURE DIESEL 7.5 IN.
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- TROLLEY(S) ON DISPLAY
Web Site CARILLON PARK RAIL & STEAM SOCIETY HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
1/8 scale railroad. Operating miniature live steam, diesel and electric locmotives. One of many transportation exhibits in Dayton History's Carillon Historical Park, a private outdoor historical museum. Operated by volunteers on 14 selected Saturdays, April to Oct, for purposes of historic preservation, technology demonstration and education. Admission for entry to Carillon Historical Park.
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Updated 03/28/2006
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PEACEKEEPER RAIL GARRISON CAR
1100 SPAATZ ST
DAYTON, OHIO -USA
Location: DAYTON, OH
Description:
Web Site PEACEKEEPER RAIL GARRISON CAR HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
This rail car was developed towards the end of the Cold War to be able to move the ICBM's around. (intercontinental ballistic missile)
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Peacekeeper Rail Garrison Car
On Dec. 19, 1986, the White House announced President Ronald Reagan's approval to develop a rail system for basing part of the Peacekeeper Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) force. To increase survivability of this force, 50 Peacekeepers would be deployed in existing Minuteman silos and 50 more would be mounted on 25 USAF trains, two per train. Each train would consist of two locomotives, two security cars, two missile launch cars housing the missiles, one launch control car, one fuel car and one maintenance car. Each launch car carried one Peacekeeper ICBM, in a launch tube that could be elevated to fire the missile from the bed of the car. Overall body length of the launch car is 87 feet and fully loaded it weighs more than 520,000 pounds. The trains would be located in shelters located on USAF Strategic Air Command bases throughout the continental United States, with the missiles on continuous strategic alert. When necessary, the trains could be dispersed onto the nation's rail network, making it extremely difficult for an enemy to target and destroy them. Development of the rail garrison deployment system was terminated in 1991 as Cold War tensions eased. Major contractors for the rail garrison system were Boeing Aerospace Corp., Westinghouse Marine Division and Rockwell International Autonetics.
This prototype car was delivered to the museum in 1994."
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Added 06/09/2023
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UNITED STATES AIR FORCE MUSEUM
DAYTON, OHIO -USA
Location: Wright Patterson AFB.
Description:
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The rail car designed to be the transport and launch vehicle for the MX missile is now on display here. This museum is very interesting and features free admission.
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Added 10/19/2002
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AUGLAIZE VILLAGE
KRAUSE RD.
DEFIANCE, OHIO 43512 -USA
Location: Defiance, OH
Phone: 419-784-0107
Description:
- RAILROAD RELATED MUSEUM
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- MODEL RAILROAD
Web Site AUGLAIZE VILLAGE HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
Railroad memorabelia, caboose on display and model railroad.
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WARTHER CARVING MUSEUM
DOVER, OHIO -
Location: DOVER, OHIO
Description:
- RAILROAD RELATED MUSEUM
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD MEMORABILIA ON DISPLAY
- RAIL CHARTERS
Web Site WARTHER WOODCARVING MUSEUM HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Ernest "Mooney" Warther was a master carver who had a special interest in railroading and carved replicas of Steam locomotives. Mooney carved the history of the steam engine all to scale 1/2" to the 1'. The 64 working model carvings are made from Walnut, Ebony, and Ivory and are completed to exacting detail. The carvings have been appraised as "Priceless" by the Smithsonian Institution and a "must see" by railroad enthusiasts. The museum is open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily, year-a-round.
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Updated 04/11/2005
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ZANESVILLE AND WESTERN SCENIC RAILROAD
P.O. BOX 32
EAST FULTONHAM, OHIO 43735 -
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Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- RAILROAD BRIDGE
Web Site ZANESVILLE & WESTERN SCENIC RAILROAD
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
The Buckeye Central is in the middle of moving to a new home and will operate under the name Zanesville and Western Scenic Railroad. Excursions may begin as early as 2009, watch website for more info.
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Added 10/20/2002
Updated 11/26/2008
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LORAIN & WEST VIRGINIA RAILWAY
P.O. BOX 1131
ELYRIA, OHIO 44036-1131 -
Location: ONE MILE EAST OF WELLINGTON ON RT 18
Phone: 440-988-4256
2nd Phone: 440-647-6660
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
Web Site LORAIN & WEST VIRGINIA RAILWAY HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Diesel excursions.
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Updated 03/20/2005
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NORTHWEST OHIO RAILROAD PRESERVATION
12505 COUNTY RD. 99
FINDLAY, OHIO 45840 -
Location: FINDLAY, OH
Phone: 419-423-2995
Description:
- MINIATURE STEAM 15 IN.
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- MODEL RAILROAD
- RAILROAD MUSEUM
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- MINIATURE DIESEL 15 IN.
Web Site NORTHWEST OHIO RAILROAD PRESERVATION HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
Train rides powered by quarter-scale steam Engine 901 (previously ran at Israelite House of David, Benton Harbor, MI),diesel Engine 101, "Riverside train" (a streamlined model of the M-10000 (15" gauge track), now on our new 40 acre property, most weekends April-December, plus many special events. B&O Caboose, N&W Caboose, and Plymouth Switchers on display. Hatton Depot. HO & Lionel layouts inside museum building. Non-profit, all volunteer organization. New members welcomed.
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Updated 11/18/2015
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BUCKEYE RAIL MODEL ENGINEERS
GALION, OHIO 44833 -
Location: GALION, OH
Phone: 419-468-5820
Description:
- MINIATURE STEAM 7.5 IN.
- MINIATURE DIESEL 7.5 IN.
Web Site BUCKEYE RAIL MODEL ENGINEERS HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
7.5" steam and diesel club.
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Added 04/16/2003
Updated 04/12/2005
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KOKOSING GAP TRAIL
P.O. BOX 129
GAMBIER, OHIO 43022 -USA
Location: GAMBIER, OHIO
Description:
Web Site KOKOSING GAP TRAIL HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
Alco 0-6-0 and C&O caboose 90776 on display next to Kokosing Gap Trail, a paved, 14-mile trail built on a former Pennsylvania Railroad line. The Trail goes from Mount Vernon to Danville, Ohio.
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Added 10/19/2002
Updated 04/10/2003
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GRAND RAPIDS ELECTRIC RAILWAY
17475 SAYLOR LANE
GRAND RAPIDS, OHIO 43522 -
Location: GRAND RAPIDS, OHIO
Phone: 419-666-4114
2nd Phone: 614-336-9307
Description:
- TROLLEY EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
Web Site GRAND RAPIDS ELECTRIC RAILWAY HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Last I was able to find on this attraction it was slowly being sold off as operations never commenced. This organization was established for the purpose of returning electric railway operation to the Toledo, Ohio area. We have currently layed new track and have several new buildings. Our freight car collection is a must see! GRER has diesel operation with a 44-Tonner locomotive. Take a look at our website for an entire list (and photos) of our stock!
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Updated 12/13/2009
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HARROD CITY PARK
HARROD, OHIO -USA
Location: HARROD, OH
Description:
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
City park with covered display of Georgia Pacific 3 Truck Shay # 19 and a B&O Caboose. The park also contains the original Harrod Depot and a military display. Harrod is about 10 miles east southeast of Lima, Ohio. Exit 125 on I 75. Head east on SR 309 about 6 miles. Turn right at the sign to Harrod, which is about four miles south.
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Updated 12/29/2010
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ASHTABULA, JEFFERSON & CARSON RAILROAD
P.O. BOX 222
JEFFERSON, OHIO 44047 -USA
Location: JEFFERSION, OHIO
Phone: 215-576-6346
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
Web Site ASHTABULA, CARSON & JEFFERSON RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Diesel excursions.
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Updated 05/03/2010
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JEFFERSON DEPOT MUSEUM
JEFFERSON, OHIO -USA
Location: JEFFERSION, OHIO
Description:
- RAILROAD RELATED MUSEUM
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
Caboose (NYC?) on display at Depot
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Updated 04/27/2003
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LAKE SHORE LIVE STEAMERS (PRIVATE)
8668 KIRTLAND-CHARDON RD.
KIRTLAND, OHIO 44094 -
Location: PENITENTIARY GLEN IN KIRTLAND, OH
Description:
- MINIATURE STEAM 7.5 IN.
- MINIATURE DIESEL 7.5 IN.
Web Site LAKE SHORE LIVE STEAMERS HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Large club with many members and a nice length of track.
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Updated 11/29/2009
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LEBANON MASON MONROE RAILROAD
127 S. MECHANIC
LEBANON, OHIO 45036 -
Location: LEBANON, OHIO
Phone: 513-933-8022
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- STEAM EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
Web Site LEBANON MASON MONROE RAILROAD
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Comments/Directions:
Experience a nostalgic train ride on the Lebanon Mason Monroe (LM&M) Railroad through Warren County in Southwestern, Ohio. The LM&M invites you to reminisce and capture moments with family. Walk through the train to the open-air gondola and listen to informative conductors describe railroad history and operation during the ride.
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Updated 03/04/2010
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LINCOLN PARK
ALLEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
620 W. MARKET ST.
LIMA, OHIO 45801 -
Location: LIMA. OHIO
Phone: 419-222-9426
Description:
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD DEPOT
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Comments/Directions:
A Lima Berkshire (Nickel Plate Road #779), a Pullman business car, a NKP caboose, a B&O caboose, a 3' Lima Shay and a DT&I depot are on display at separate locations. The Berkshire, NKP Caboose, and Observation Car, as well as the depot are in the park. The B&O Caboose is just off I 75 @ exit 125 and houses the local tourist information bureau. The Lima Stone Shay had been housed in one of the ancillary buildings of the Allen County Historical Society. It was visible from Metcalf Street (1.5 Blocks north of Market Street on the west side) however, the ACHS is remodeling or expanding the site and the loco is not visible currently (9/28/06).
Located off exit 125 (SR 309, Harding Highway) from I 75. Take SR 309 (Harding Highway) west. Turn right onto Bellefountaine Avenue (It actually curves northwest from SR 309 just beyond the exit from the interstate.) and go about 0.5 or so. As you pass Lima Memorial Hospital (on the right), take the first right onto S. Shawnee Street and go about 1 block north to the Park (just across Elm Street). The display is adjacent to the old NKP mainline which South Shawnee parallels. According to some of the folks involved with NKP 765 in Fort Wayne, the 779 is the best preserved and most complete (original) surviving NKP berk. Occaisionally, these preservationists arrange for an open house during which the door to the enclosure is open and guided tours are provided including the interiors of the caboose, observation car, and locomotive cab. Monitoring the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society web site (www.765.org) may provide information about open houses at Lincoln Park. If you're lucky enough to attend one and you want to photograph the exhibit, bring a wide angle lens and at least one flash unit. The DT&I station is very close by and photography is easier as it is not in the enclosure. Anyone who enjoys this dispaly should give thanks to John Keller, Sr. (now deceased) who had the presence of mind to convince the NKP to donate this equipment and the City of Lima to preserve them. Mr. Keller was a long time conductor on the NKP and recognized the historic significance of the 779 as the last steam locomotive built by Lima for an American Railroad. As I'd mentioned, the heavyweight observation car was a former business car and, if memory serves, was used by William Vanderbilt at one time. Also of note is the fact that the caboose was the one used by Mr. Keller for many years while performing his duties on the NKP.
The Lima Stone Shay has been moved into a new addition at the Allen County Historical Society at 620 West Market Street, Lima, OH 45801-4665, (419) 222-9426
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Updated 12/28/2010
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TRAIN-O-RAMA
6732 E. HARBOR RD.
RT. 163 EAST
MARBLEHEAD, OHIO 43440 -
Location: MARBLEHEAD, OHIO
Phone: 419-734-5856
2nd Phone: 419-960-7707
Description:
Web Site TRAIN-O-RAMA HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Train-O-Rama is a fully operating multi-gauge model railroad. There is also an attached gift/hobby store.
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Updated 10/25/2011
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HISTORIC HARMER BRIDGE COMPANY
MARIETTA, OHIO -
Location: HARMAR VILLAGE
Description:
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
A center cab diesel locomotive, C&O boxcar, 2 ex-B&O coaches, C&O caboose #903301, and a City Lines of West Virginia interurban trolley body are on display. A model train museum is adjacent to the display
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Updated 11/06/2003
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MARION UNION STATION
532 W. CENTER ST.
MARION, OHIO 43302 -USA
Location: LOCATED BETWEEN TWO DIAMOND CROSS-OVERS FOR NORFOLK AND SOUTHERN, CSX AND CONRAIL
Phone: 614-383-3768
Description:
- RAILROAD MUSEUM
- MODEL RAILROAD
Web Site MARION UNION STATION INFORMATION FROM MARION. OHIO
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Marion Union Station was built through the urging of Warren G. Harding who later became the President of the United Sates. At the time he was publisher of the newspaper in Marion. Prior to the building of Marion Union Station, Marion had a dilapidated passenger coach serving as a ticket station. Marion Union Station figured prominently during World War Two. Troops stopped here for canteen service. In 1923, the body of President Warren G. Harding was brought through the station to be taken to his father's home for the funeral. Movie stars including Al Jolson came through the station during Harding's famous "Front Porch" campaign for the Presidency. A non-profit group purchased the station just before the wrecking ball would have torn it down. Restoration is about complete and the station serves as a railfan site for filming trains. It is said to be one of the hot spots in the nation for photography.
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Updated 04/27/2003
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MASSILLON PRR DEPOT
MASSILLON, OHIO -USA
Location: Erie St & Penn Ave
Description:
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The Pennsylvania Railroad depot in Massillon was last used by an industrial parts company. It now seems empty.
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WOLCOTT MUSEUM COMPLEX
1031 RIVER ROAD
MAUMEE, OHIO 43537 -USA
Location: Maumee, Ohio
Phone: 419-893-9602
Description:
- RAILROAD RELATED MUSEUM
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
A Toledo & Grand Rapids Depot, a boxcar and C&O #90695/ex-Toledo Terminal 170 caboose are on display.
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NORTHEASTERN OHIO LIVE STEAMERS
3654 LESTER RD.
MEDINA, OHIO -USA
Location: Lester Rail Trail Park
Description:
- MINIATURE STEAM 7.5 IN.
- MINIATURE DIESEL 7.5 IN.
Web Site NORTHEASTERN OHIO LIVE STEAMERS HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
Live steam club operates in park.
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CARROLLTON, ONEIDA & MINERVA RR (ELDERBERRY LINE)
177 CURRY STREET
MINERVA, OHIO 44657 -
Location: MINERVA, OH
Phone: 330-868-8814
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
Web Site CARROLLTON, ONIDA & MINERVA RR INFORMATION
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Comments/Directions:
Our hours of operation are 1 run per day, Saturday--11:00 and Sunday--1:00. Cost is still $10.00 for adults and now $8.00 for children 2-12..We run from mid-June thru Oct. Will have fall foilage trains in Oct. and Christmas trains starting Thankgiving week-end. --Operations were suspended but may resume, check website for upates. -mike
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Added 10/19/2002
Updated 03/24/2008
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HOCKING VALLEY SCENIC RAILROAD
P.O. BOX 427
NELSONVILLE, OHIO 45764 -
Location: ON US ROUTE 33.
Phone: 740-753-9531
2nd Phone: 800-967-7834
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- RAILROAD MEMORABILIA ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- RAILROAD BRIDGE
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAIL CHARTERS
- HISTORICAL LANDMARK
- RAILROAD ORIENTED TOURS
- RAILS TO TRAILS
- RAILROAD SHOPS/FACILITIES
Web Site HOCKING VALLEY SCENIC RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
Related Webs: HOCKING VALLEY SCENIC RAILWAY INFORMATION
Related Webs: ADDITIONAL INFO
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
11 cabooses on display including an ex-Hocking Valley caboose. Operates every weekend May-October plus winter trains. Charters available. Call 800-967-7834.
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Added 10/20/2002
Updated 11/03/2010
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VULCAN FORGE SHORT LINE RAILROAD (PRIVATE)
14901 ORRVILLE RD. NW
NORTH LAWRENCE, OHIO 44666 -USA
Location: NORTH LAWRENCE, OH
Phone: 330-837-6718
Description:
- MINIATURE STEAM 15 IN.
- HAND CAR RIDES
- RAILROAD WATER TOWER
Web Site VULCAN FORGE SHORT LINE RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
The railroad is named after our blacksmith shop which also serves as engine house. A home-built, wood-fired Class A Shay in 5" scale is the prime mover. This locomotive stirred up a lot of discussion on one of the train lists when someone asked what could be built on only a $5000 budget. I replied accurate and truthfully that I built the Shay for only $2000 out of pocket. I state this only to inspire those who believe the hobby is possibly outside their budget.
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Added 09/13/2006
Updated 03/20/2008
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CV & WS RAILROAD CLUB
OLMSTED FALLS, OHIO -
Location: OLMSTED FALLS DEPOT AT 25802 GARFIELD AVE.
Description:
- MODEL RAILROAD
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
PRR 478062 caboose on display. A 0-4-0T locomotive and C&NW caboose are on display two blocks east in an antique mall parking lot.
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Added 10/21/2002
Updated 11/06/2003
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ORRVILLE RAILROAD HERITAGE SOCIETY
145 DEPOT ST
P.O. BOX 11
ORVILLE, OHIO 44667 -
Location: ORVILLE
Phone: 330-683-2426
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- RAILROAD MUSEUM
- RAILROAD TOWER
Web Site ORRVILLE RAILROAD HERITAGE SOCIETY HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Operates special event mainline excursions. PRR Depot, PRR caboose and an interlocking tower are on display.
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Added 10/21/2002
Updated 03/20/2005
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CUYAHOGA VALLEY SCENIC RAILROAD
P.O.BOX 158
PENINSULA, OHIO 44264 -
Location: OLD ROCKSIDE ROAD, INDEPENDENCE, OHIO
Phone: 800-468-4070
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
Web Site CUYAHOGA VALLEY SCENIC RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Deisel excursions.
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Added 10/21/2002
Updated 03/20/2005
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P.D.C.R.R. (PRIVATE)
14049 WATT RD.
RUSSEL TOWNSHIP, OHIO -
Location: RUSSEL TOWNSHIP, OH
Description:
Web Site P.D.C.R.R. HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Miniature steam club.
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Added 09/04/2003
Updated 03/20/2005
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CEDAR POINT & LAKE ERIE RAILROAD
SANDUSKY, OHIO -USA
Location: CEDAR POINT AMUSEMENT PARK
Phone: 419-626-0830
Description:
- STEAM EXCURSIONS NARROW GAUGE (36 IN.)
Web Site CEDAR POINT & LAKE ERIE RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
3' guage railroad with several steam engines.
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Added 10/22/2002
Updated 01/16/2003
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SHANDON & OKEANA RAILROAD (PRIVATE)
SHANDON, OHIO -USA
Location: SHANDON, OH
Description:
- MINIATURE DIESEL 15 IN.
- MINIATURE STEAM 15 IN.
Web Site SHANDON & OKEANA RAILROAD HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Miniature railroad built and operated by Diamond Car owner/operator in Cincinnati area.
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Added 10/09/2006
Updated 06/18/2023
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VALLEY CITY HALL
VALLEY CITY, OHIO -
Location: VALLEY CITY ON RT. 303
Description:
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
An 0-4-0F locomotive and B&O caboose #C1939 are on display.
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Added 10/22/2002
Updated 11/06/2003
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WASHINGTON COURTHOUSE COMMUNITY PARK
WASHINGTON COURTHOUSE, OHIO -
Location: WASHINGTON COURTHOUSE, OHIO
Description:
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
C&O #2776, a 2-8-4 Kanawa, and B&O #C1939 caboose are on display.
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Added 10/22/2002
Updated 11/06/2003
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TOLEDO, LAKE ERIE & WESTERN RAILWAY
P.O. BOX 168
WATERVILLE, OHIO 43566 -
Location: WATERVILLE STATION
Phone: 419-878-2177
Description:
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- CAB RIDES DIESEL STANDARD GAUGE
- RAIL CHARTERS
- RAILROAD BRIDGE
- RAILROAD DEPOT
Web Site TOLEDO, LAKE ERIE & WESTERN RAILWAY HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Diesel excursions with several cars on display along the way. Various sites include orginal 1-room log home built in the 1800's.
Special excursions include Abe Lincoln Civil War Train, Magical Train with Foop the Clown, Wreck on the Wabash Train, Halloween Haunted Trains.
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Added 10/22/2002
Updated 11/11/2005
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ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION
7379 SQUIRE COURT
WEST CHESTER, OHIO 45069 -USA
Location: WESTCHESTER, OH
Phone: 877-898-4656
2nd Phone: 513-898-8000
Description:
- RAILROAD MUSEUM
- MODEL RAILROAD
Web Site ENTERTRAINMENT JUNCTION HOMEPAGE
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Comments/Directions:
Entertrainment Junction has been open for several years. The model railroad layout is G Scale and very impressive. As extra fare options, they offer a narated (via iPOD) tour and a behind the scenes tour. Both are very interesting. Someday they will have Neil Young's modular Lionel layout up and running. The museum displays are scattered around the layout and provide general information about railroading. There are areas for kids to play as well. Lastly, they do seasonal displays especially for the holidays. You'll probably want to allow at least 4 hours, maybe more, to see it all. The building is visible from I 75 and the location is easily accessible from the Interstate. It's about 15-20 miles north of Cincinnati. There's plenty of on site parking available. They have a small refreshment stand, souvenir shop, and hobby shop on site.
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Added 03/03/2008
Updated 12/30/2010
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B&O TRAIN MUSEUM
WILLARD, OHIO -USA
Location: Willard, Ohio
Description:
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Comments/Directions:
Railroad museum.
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Added 10/22/2002
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OHIO RAILWAY MUSEUM
990 PROPRIETORS ROAD
WORTHINGTON, OHIO 43085 -
Location: 990 PROPRIETORS RD.
Phone: 614-885-7345
Description:
- TROLLEY EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- RAILROAD MUSEUM
- TROLLEY(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD BRIDGE
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- TROLLEY MUSEUM
- TRAIN SPOTTING LOCATION
- RAILROAD MEMORABILIA ON DISPLAY
- RAILROAD DEPOT
- DIESEL EXCURSIONS STANDARD GAUGE
- RAILROAD DISPLAY
- RAILROAD ORIENTED TOURS
Web Site OHIO RAILWAY MUSEUM HOMEPAGE
Email Address
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Comments/Directions:
Railway museum with Streetcars, Interurban s, Railroad and special events. Rides on Streetcars during open Hours!!!
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Added 10/22/2002
Updated 04/12/2013
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MAHONING VALLEY RAILROAD HERITAGE PARK
P.O. BOX 3055
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO 44511 -
Location: CANFIELD FAIRGROUNDS
Phone: 216-568-0328
Description:
- LOCOMOTIVE(S) ON DISPLAY
- RAILCAR(S) ON DISPLAY
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Comments/Directions:
Depot, Youngstown Sheet and Tube #301, a 0-6-0, and a Y&S caboose are on display.
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Added 10/22/2002
Updated 11/06/2003
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