Steam and diesel train rides every 45 minutes, model train layouts and expo, live music, children's activities and the 6th annual Rail Days CASI Chili Cook-off.
The purchase of a Rail Days Pass grants you access to:
Photo by Pete Prunkl A brother and sister have separate
windows at the top of the Caboose Train.
Model train layouts and an expo
are part of the fun.
Photo by Jim King
Specially-lit photo scenes for camera buffs
Photo by Pete Prunkl Tom Fisch of Flat Rock will sing
old time favorites including
"Riding on the New River Train."
Photo by Pete Prunkl Allen, age 4, and Anne Lee Vaughn,
age 2, of Charlotte are dressed for Rail Days.
Steam and diesel train rides every 45 minutes from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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The Flagg Steam Locomotive No. 75 will pull the Caboose Train.
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The Norfolk & Western No. 620 will pull a N&W diesel train.
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Museum Members-only Luxury Train pulled by the Southern Railway No. 6133. Features first-class private cars like the Doris, and dining cars like the Pine Tree State.
Diesel Shuffle cab rides all day. Pulled by the Beaufort and Morehead #1860
Motor Car rides all day.
Turntable rides all day.
Parade of Power Get an up close view of the museum's powerful locomotives. See a new engine on display every 45 minutes on the turntable.
Model Train Expo in the Roundhouse
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Find model railroad supplies, railroad art, books collectables and more.
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Included with purchase of a Rail Days Pass, or $3 to attend expo alone. Expo tickets can only be purchased on the day of the event.
Model Train Layouts S scale, N scale and more from local modeling clubs.
Book signing with Bill McDonald, co-author of the new Norfolk Southern Railway book.
Live music with Tom Fisch
World War II equipment displays near the newly restored Army Hospital Car in the Roundhouse.
Antique Fire Trucks on display. Kids can climb in the fireman's seat.
For Kids
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Model train play tables
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Send a postcard on the Railway Post Office Car and get it back the same day with a Rail Days Cancellation Stamp
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Storytelling
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Coloring and craft areas
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Operation Lifesaver Train - Tour a Norfolk Southern diesel engine and learn about Railroad Safety.
For an additional fee:
Especially for Train Lovers! Night photo session on Saturday only from sun down until...
$5 per person. Night photo session tickets can only be purchased on the day of the event.
6th annual Rail Day CASI Chili Cook off, sanctioned by the Chili Appreciation Society International.
Buy a Taster's Kit for $3 to sample a tasty variety of chilis.
