southeastern railway museum

Went to the museum for a photo club outing. Found several acres of trains and displays that were very interactive. You may walk among the trains, touch things, get into the trains, and even ride in moving cars. Restored cars are beautiful. Unrestored cars are just that - looking old. It all gives you the feel of being in the time of riding the trains. Many photo opportunities, great staff that is very helpful. They do birthday parties for kids in train cars. It is right beside used train tracks that are just beyond the fencing so you can see current trains go by as you browse the area. Go in weather that is not extremely hot, or cold if you are going with children. And understand that you will be climbing in and out of railcars to see most of what you wish to see. A great spot to go slowly through and really look, or run off some steam running from car to car and through the mock depot on the land. Either way you get the flavor of the trains.

Literally loads of trains and buses to clamber aboard and explore. Bells to ring and photos to be taken. There is a miniature railway for rides which is also good. The souvenir shop is aimed at enthusiasts although the obligatory Thomas produce are available.We visit two or three times a year from the UK and apart from Christmas this is always high on our priority list for a visit. We take a packed lunch and choose a railway car to eat it in. I cannot recommend this place highly enough but keep your eyes on the kids as there are loads of opportunities for them to disappear from your sight.

Even if you aren't a die-hard train fan this museum is worth a visit. Inside and outside displays offer a lot of variety. You can climb into many cars and explore. Sometimes train rides are also offered. A lovely way to spend an afternoon.

I took one of my grandsons to the museum today we had a very good time. We were able to board one of the trains for a short ride. We even got to sit in the cabooses coupla. We walked through all the old trains and just had a great time hanging out together. Cost = old guy $6, young guy $5 & train ride $3 each. If you got a young one and want to spend an hour or two try it.

We visited the new location as well as the old location. The new location is a static display museum. The old location was a more of a hands on where you actually rode a train with old cabooses behind it around the property. At the old location there was a scale railroad that kids could relate to. It was a small train that the family could ride. They had real steam locomotives that you rode behind on a track about 7 inches wide. This was the real attraction. At the new location there is a park train think 15" gage that you can ride for an additional fee. Recently there was an accident where some pre-K kids suffered minor burns from riding on the cabooses. They go down the track then back up to the starting point unlike the old site where there was a large circle.If you are into static displays and not operations then this is the place for you. Not a good place to take kids for the day.

Very nice to walk through old restored cars of all styles and eras. A history of old buses and cable cars from the Atlanta area as well. Cute little gift shop offers authentic railroad patches for sale.

We must have lucked out because it was light rain and low 70's, which is very unusual for July, but perfect for climbing in and out of the trains. My daughter is 9 and we had our 6 month old son with us. We did use a stroller through most of it and would just carry the baby through the cars or my husband and I would take turns. The staff was very nice and helpful. When we rode the train, they allowed us to keep the stroller by the ticket building. My daughter absolutely loved being able to climb on the different trains and explore the different cabins. My husband and I found the history very interesting. There is one train there which was used by President Harding (on the campaign trail and it carried his body back to D.C. from the west coast when he died years later). Another train (outside) had been set up to show you how mail used to be sorted and delivered.While we were there, a birthday party was going on. Lots of little kids and they were having a great time. I thought it was a neat idea if you are looking for a unique venue.Just as a side note. Save some money on the train ride, it doesn't go very far, just back and forth a few times. If the kids want to, have one parent stay and just take pictures of the kids on it. There are two covered cabanas next to it with benches to sit and wait.Overall, well worth the trip. We will definitely be going back when my son gets older.

This is a lovely little museum that takes you into the past. There are numerous coaches, trains, engines, caboose and buses that you can step into. It's a real nice to step into these train cars of yesteryear. My 3 year old son was super excited - he spent a good 2 hours climbing up and down the various train cars. They also have 2 train rides - one in a historic caboose - which was just okay - goes up and down a straight track, And the other ride is a toy train - which my 3 year old absolutely loved.It was pretty hot - so make sure you take lot of water if you are going in summer - they have a small gift and snack shop. It's a good way to spend 2 hours and entertain the little child inside all of us.

you should probably check this place out. They offer a wide variety of trains that you can climb up into and explore. The museum portion is well done. (I'd skip the train ride unless you have small children.) The staff onsight are nice but don't expect to ever get a response if you attempt to email them. It's super hot so I would suggest going in the spring or fall.

My Husband and Grandson love trains! This was a great adventure for us.We just happened to be visiting the area during the Locomotive Celebration so it was an extra bonus! It was alot of fun from the train ride to the tour of all eras of trains. Favorite thing was being able to climb up into the top of the caboose and look out the window for a picture! They had a locomotive scavenger hunt with a card that you got punched whenever you found a different locomotive. That was cool especially for older kids and grandads. They had a craft station for the kids to make train crafts and that was nice for everyone. The least favorite was the fact that we had to pay for entry and ride tickets for our 2 year old. I feel like the prices are a bit high but the day was very enjoyable and I understand that the money goes to restoring the trains so that is good.

You get to actually walk through the trains, sit in the seats, look at some of the old utensils, etc...along with history to read about each one. I suggest going on a cooler day because the inside of the trains get pretty hot. Each one has it's own story and then you get to ride inside a train on the grounds for a small back and forth ride. They also do birthday parties....great place to take the kids!

My three year old absolutely lives trains and I wanted to take him somewhere he could walk in trains and ride them so we took him here . Although it was hot the day we took him, we enjoyed ourselves. The staff was very friendly and informative and wen gave our son a free train ride since it was his birthday. They had a small gift shop with reasonably priced snacks and toys for the little ones. Some of the trains were hands on which made it fun for our son. We spent about 4 hours going in and out of trains and enjoyed the history behind it. Also, they had some buses, fire engines, two old tractors and a few taxi cabs as well. The only bad part was that some I the train cars weren't restored well since there was paint chipping off the walls and the seats were falling apart. I guess it wasn't too bad, but kind of sad. I understand all restorations are strictly voluntary, but they definitely need more help. I would sum this trip up as a success and will definitely becoming back!

Nice museum with static exhibits. Interesting to walk through even if you are not a train buff. Lots of history, regionally based.$8 admission (for me).

This began as a sort of hobby for the city of Duluth and has grown over the years to a worthwhile visit. It out-grew its old location and has settled in nicely in its new "digs." Not a lot of equipment and rolling stock to view but what is there is worth the visit. the admission price is reasonable and, of course, those that toil there to bring this to our enjoyment are all volunteer and the admission monies go toward purchasing newer and other pieces of old Americana.If you're in town, go by the museum on Buford Highway - it is advertised and you won't miss it.Recommended for the entire family - especially if you love trains as this writer does.

An excellent attraction, especially for educating children about the history of railway travel.There is something for young and old, and children will especially enjoy the short 'train ride'.Since much of the museum is outdoors, it is not a trip for a cold, or rainy day. There is plenty to see and do inside, but many of the exhibits are heavily historical and appeal more to adults than small children. There are examples of other forms of transportation, such as old busses and taxi cabs also on display. Overall, an excellent attraction.