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Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History, Kennesaw, GA

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Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History

A Kennesaw museum focused on Civil War history and railroads, built around the famous locomotive The General.

2829 Cherokee St NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144 · Kennesaw, GA

About Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History

The Southern Museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate in Kennesaw, Georgia, devoted to Civil War and railroad history. Its centerpiece is The General, a steam locomotive tied to the Great Locomotive Chase of 1862. Visitors can also explore featured exhibits, a children's play area, and a gift shop whose profits support the museum's education work.

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  • #locomotive
  • #railroad history
  • #smithsonian affiliate
  • #kennesaw

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