Join us for two days of educational family fun as we go behind the scenes of railroading! 

This August 3-4, 2024 fundraising event includes free train rides on board "The Railyard Local," a short 40-minute ride through our railyard

This special longer ride includes a layover stop at our 95-foot turntable ride for a spin, and three separate educational presentations:

  • How a diesel electric-locomotive works

  • How railroad air brakes work

  • How we couple and uncouple railcars

Other Exhibits:

  • Mail by Rail on our 1910 Post Office Car

  • Traveling on the Century - The 20th Century Limited Observation Car

  • Dual-Mode Power, The New Haven FL-9

  • All Electric Power, Amtrak AEM-7

Admission: 

  • Regular Admission: $12 

  • Danbury Residents (With ID): Free

  • Museum Members: $7