Railswest Railroad Museum and HO Model Railroad

This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroad, historic photos, dining car memorabilia,and uniforms. Also displayed on the grounds are two steam engines, a 1917 waycar, a club car, Railway Post Office car and caboose.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Fee
Hours
10-4 Wed.-Sat., 1-4 Sun., Apr.-Oct. and by appointment
Address
1512 S. Main St.
Phone
712-323-2509
Website
www.thehistoricalsociety.org
Map
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