There is a popular online myth that a stack of pennies or a single penny could derail a train. While that myth is entirely fictional, there is a grain of…
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Work continues on the Northern Pacific Railway Parlor Car 1049. The John H. Emery Rail Heritage Trust has awarded a $7,500 grant to the Northwest Railway Museum (“Museum”) in support…
Work on our latest exhibit, From Farm to Rail to Table: How Railways Altered Agriculture in Eastern Washington continues to make progress. Visitors to Day Out With Thomas last year will…
Railroad date nails are small nails with numbers stamped on the head. They are often found in railroad collections and in railroad art. But what were date nails used for?…
Visitors frequently ask how objects on the track work. If Museum staff are around, you are welcome to ask, and most will be able to give an explanation or demonstration. …
Every other Wednesday the Northwest Railway Museum greets our youngest visitors and their caregivers for Story Time. Story Time has been chugging along since 2021 and currently runs from January…
Railroad date nails are small nails with numbers stamped on the head. They are often found in railroad collections and in railroad art. But what were date nails used for? …
If you watch the Museum’s trains pass by, you may see small metal panels on each end of the train set, usually these are red or green squares. These are…
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…
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…
