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…
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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…
Did you know Santa Train used to take visitors into the woods? The Museum tradition of Santa Train began back in 1969. The City of Snoqualmie did not look like…
The Snoqualmie Depot is due for a new roof and gutters, but it’s going to be a lot more involved than updating the roof on your home! Snoqualmie’s train…
Successful heritage tourism is an important goal in our local community, and to successfully attract an audience there are many preconditions. However, being able to successfully find and then identify…
The Snoqualmie Depot is the most iconic structure in historic downtown Snoqualmie, and the most recognizable object in the Museum’s collection. It was built in 1890 for the Seattle, Lake…
Santa Train is a Northwest tradition that began in 1969. Each year thousands are thrilled to see Santa, but one day is extra special: Victorian Santa Train! Friday, December 15th…
Dark wood frames were chosen to blend with the existing wood work. The Museum has just completed and installed the “Depot RE-Interpretation project” in the Snoqualmie Depot’s men’s waiting…
Last call for cunningly clever quotes and punny pontifications: James Sackey has announced his retirement as Depot Book Store Clerk! James joined the Northwest Railway Museum staff in February 1997,…
The Museum’s new identity appeared on loco 4024 on Sunday, May 28, 2017. May 28th, 2017. It was a Red Letter Day – or at least a warm and sunny…
