The biggest weekend of the year for narrow gauge and railroad history enthusiasts celebrates steam-era railroading in Colorado with steam train rides, a morning parade of Galloping Goose motorcars and a steam locomotive, special lectures, tours of rare railcars, a used railroad book sale, and more. For 2025, the theme is “Fanning the Future!” which […]
The biggest weekend of the year for narrow gauge and railroad history enthusiasts celebrates steam-era railroading in Colorado with steam train rides, a morning parade of Galloping Goose motorcars and a steam locomotive, special lectures, tours of rare railcars, a used railroad book sale, and more. For 2025, the theme is “Fanning the Future!” which […]
What do railroads and dinosaurs in Colorado have in common? One runs on tracks and the other leaves tracks! The Colorado Railroad Museum teams up with nearby Dinosaur Ridge and the Morrison Natural History Museum for two days of dinosaur-themed activities. As you ride a train pulled by a steam locomotive, you’ll enjoy wonderful views […]
Colorado’s most popular and comprehensive railroad museum is looking for volunteers! If you like the idea of helping guests learn about the fascinating and important roles that railroads have played (and continue to play!) in the history and development of the Centennial State, this opportunity is for YOU. Located in beautiful Clear Creek Valley near […]
The Colorado Railroad Museum’s popular event returns this Father’s Day weekend! This weekend celebrates power of all kinds—explore antique tractors, hit-and-miss engines, vintage automobiles, and even a fire truck. And of course, experience steam locomotion, too! Activities run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with hands-on demonstrations, train rides behind an authentic coal-burning steam locomotive, […]
