The Snoqualmie Depot is a wonderful example of Victorian architecture. Hanging from the front of the depot is a strange metal sign that appears more decorative than functional. Yet this…
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Those that choose to work for the railroad have many stories about their adventures. Long-time volunteer Vern S. is one such railroader. He told his story to Rob G., and…
Railroad grades are perfect walking trails as they are gently sloped and clear of shrubbery. That is why the Pacific Northwest has so many rail-trails, widely enjoyed by hikers. Wild…
As shown last time, Black River was an important railroad crossing south of Seattle. Here, an interlocking tower protected the meeting place of four separate rail lines. But what is…
Interlocking towers were constructed by railroads to control and manage junctions and crossings to prevent accidents. Often, this was where several railroads met. It’s hard to imagine where four different…
With the completion of Santa Train 2024, our Train Shed Exhibit Hall will be closed to the public December 24th through January 16th, 2025. However, the Train Shed will be…
Story Time has ended for 2024. It was a monthly highlight for the Education Department, and we know it was for our Story Time regulars. Each visit guests enjoy two…
When you hear the word passenger train, big name trains like Great Northern’s Empire Builder and Northern Pacific’s North Coast Limited are what often come to mind. But what if…
After 5 years as volunteer and program coordinator, Emily Boersma has assumed her new role as the Museum’s Collections Registrar. She looks forward to learning more about the Museum’s collections…
When you think of railroad freight, livestock might not be your first thought. However, up until the 1970s and 1980s, the transport of cows, sheep, pigs, and other domesticated animals…
