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National Railroad Museum, Green Bay, WI

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National Railroad Museum

2285 South Broadway · Green Bay, WI

Why you should go…

Founded in 1956 and recognized by a joint resolution of Congress, the National Railroad Museum holds more than 70 pieces of rolling stock and over 100,000 artifacts. You can see Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4017, a General Motors Aerotrain, and the train used by General Dwight D. Eisenhower's staff in Europe during World War II. Seasonal train rides circle the grounds, and an 80-foot observation tower looks out over the Fox River.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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