Take a Train Ride pulled by a powerful diesel electric locomotive on Saturdays mid-January through mid-May, late-August & October. Over the summer season, that frequency increases, with Train Rides available Thursday-Sunday from mid-May through mid-August. During the 2026 summer season, Friday rides are aboard the Galloping Goose, offering a unique historic experience, while Thursday, Saturday […]
Each Friday, the Museum offers two traditional walking tours. Starting at 10:30AM & 1:30PM they acts as a wonderful introduction to the Museum, its collections and the railroads impact on Colorado’s history. 10:30AM - Highlights Tour 1:30PM - Railroad Post Office Tour Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s […]
Day Out With Thomas™ is a fun-filled family event that takes place at Heritage Railways across the country. Every ticket includes a train ride with a life-sized Thomas the Tank Engine as well as access to a full day of activities for all to enjoy including live entertainment, photo ops with Sir Topham Hatt, lawn games […]
Take a Train Ride pulled by a powerful diesel electric locomotive on Saturdays mid-January through mid-May, late-August & October. Over the summer season, that frequency increases, with Train Rides available Thursday-Sunday from mid-May through mid-August. During the 2026 summer season, Friday rides are aboard the Galloping Goose, offering a unique historic experience, while Thursday, Saturday […]
Take a Train Ride pulled by a powerful diesel electric locomotive on Saturdays mid-January through mid-May, late-August & October. Over the summer season, that frequency increases, with Train Rides available Thursday-Sunday from mid-May through mid-August. During the 2026 summer season, Friday rides are aboard the Galloping Goose, offering a unique historic experience, while Thursday, Saturday […]
Each Friday, the Museum offers two traditional walking tours. Starting at 10:30AM & 1:30PM they acts as a wonderful introduction to the Museum, its collections and the railroads impact on Colorado’s history. 10:30AM - Highlights Tour 1:30PM - Freight Train Tour Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme […]
Day Out With Thomas™ is a fun-filled family event that takes place at Heritage Railways across the country. Every ticket includes a train ride with a life-sized Thomas the Tank Engine as well as access to a full day of activities for all to enjoy including live entertainment, photo ops with Sir Topham Hatt, lawn games […]
Take a Train Ride pulled by a powerful diesel electric locomotive on Saturdays mid-January through mid-May, late-August & October. Over the summer season, that frequency increases, with Train Rides available Thursday-Sunday from mid-May through mid-August. During the 2026 summer season, Friday rides are aboard the Galloping Goose, offering a unique historic experience, while Thursday, Saturday […]
Take a Train Ride pulled by a powerful diesel electric locomotive on Saturdays mid-January through mid-May, late-August & October. Over the summer season, that frequency increases, with Train Rides available Thursday-Sunday from mid-May through mid-August. During the 2026 summer season, Friday rides are aboard the Galloping Goose, offering a unique historic experience, while Thursday, Saturday […]
Each Friday, the Museum offers two traditional walking tours. Starting at 10:30AM & 1:30PM they acts as a wonderful introduction to the Museum, its collections and the railroads impact on Colorado’s history. 10:30AM - Highlights Tour 1:30PM - Highlights Tour Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme (tba […]
Visit the Museum on Colorado’s Admission Day to commemorate the 150th anniversary of statehood! This one-day-only special event will feature steam train rides along with programming centered around William Henry Jackson, a prolific photographer, painter, and explorer famed for his images of the American West, including Colorado! Join us as we celebrate Colorado’s statehood and […]
Take a Train Ride pulled by a powerful diesel electric locomotive on Saturdays mid-January through mid-May, late-August & October. Over the summer season, that frequency increases, with Train Rides available Thursday-Sunday from mid-May through mid-August. During the 2026 summer season, Friday rides are aboard the Galloping Goose, offering a unique historic experience, while Thursday, Saturday […]
In celebration of our partnership with the city of Boulder, Colorado, the Museum is excited to offer free general admission & train rides select dates to all residents of Boulder County. If you count yourself as a Boulder County resident, we invite you to visit in 2026! Proof of residency is required. Catch an optional […]
Each Friday, the Museum offers two traditional walking tours. Starting at 10:30AM & 1:30PM they acts as a wonderful introduction to the Museum, its collections and the railroads impact on Colorado’s history. 10:30AM - Highlights Tour 1:30PM - Steam & Diesel Tour Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s […]
Enjoy an evening of Colorado history! Our August topic is Mines, Mills, and Railroads of Gilpin County. Join museum volunteer and historian Mark Baldwin as he explores the history of Gilpin County and how its mining towns were shaped, influenced, and supported by the railroads. Through stories, images, and historical insights, he will reveal how railroads […]
As summer begins to wind down celebrate Colorado’s Gold Rush heritage with special programming and ride behind one of the last coal-fired steam locomotives operating in Colorado! Activities will include Gold Panning demonstrations, turntable demonstrations, and more happening around the Museum’s 15-acre railyard. Plenty of photo opportunities will of course also be on hand—including the […]
As summer begins to wind down celebrate Colorado’s Gold Rush heritage with special programming and ride behind one of the last coal-fired steam locomotives operating in Colorado! Activities will include Gold Panning demonstrations, turntable demonstrations, and more happening around the Museum’s 15-acre railyard. Plenty of photo opportunities will of course also be on hand—including the […]
Each Friday, the Museum offers two traditional walking tours. Starting at 10:30AM & 1:30PM they acts as a wonderful introduction to the Museum, its collections and the railroads impact on Colorado’s history. 10:30AM - Highlights Tour 1:30PM - Caboose Tour Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme (tba […]
Take a Train Ride pulled by a powerful diesel electric locomotive on Saturdays mid-January through mid-May, late-August & October. Over the summer season, that frequency increases, with Train Rides available Thursday-Sunday from mid-May through mid-August. Rides depart every 30 minutes from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Online Admission & Ride: $17 Adults, $7 Kids (ages 2-17), $15 Seniors […]
Rides depart every 30 minutes from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on select Tuesdays & Sundays mid-January through early May, late August and October. Admission & Ride: $17 Adults, $7 Kids (ages 2-17), $15 Seniors (ages 60+). Museum Members and children under 2 are FREE. For 2026, the Colorado Railroad Museum is implementing modest price increases. Click Here for more information […]
Each Friday, the Museum offers two traditional walking tours. Starting at 10:30AM & 1:30PM they acts as a wonderful introduction to the Museum, its collections and the railroads impact on Colorado’s history. 10:30AM - Highlights Tour 1:30PM - Highlights Tour Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme (tba […]
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