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Trains. During the Victorian era, they allowed humans to connect the world. Today, they’re still in use. Yet, those iron clad vestiges of yesteryear, which brought goods across a growing nation, remain a steadfast reminder of America’s Industrial Revolution. So, since the National Railroad Museum was offering Veterans free admission, being that today is Veterans Day, I took full advantage of the institution’s gratitude. Here’s a short blurb about my excursion.

First off, in the museum’s smallest room,

I was entertained by humorous first hand accounts, and trinkets from their stints at rail companies, by people who either worked for, or had a relative who was employed by, old time railroad outfits.

This exhibit even included small rail cars that once carried maintenance workers.

After I perused that room, I found the old drum room, which was festively decorated.

This area also sported a tiny village, I guess it represented the towns these drums would appeal to.

And as I mention the first two minor exhibits, I sensed magic approaching…and felt it as I gazed upon an open door.

When I entered, with festive lights glowing about, the cinematic Polar Express bolted to mind.

However, even if the locomotives,

EVs of the past,

and passenger cars caught my eye,

I was totally rapt by the trivial exhibits as well.

I was especially interested in this dynamometer. It essentially tested new locomotives, and it informed prospective buyers as to how powerful that engine was.

It was part laboratory,

and part old time RV.

It came complete with its own kitchen.

Anyways, at this museum, you’ll find a ton here. And there is great info to go along with the exhibits. So, if you’re like me, and just want a unique experience, or, even if you’re unlike myself and you’re a railroad history buff, either way, this is an interesting way to kill a few hours. I enjoyed the moments immensely.

Have an Excellent Day!