Fullerton Train Museum
If you are looking for a unique family outing, try taking a trip to the Fullerton Train Museum. This non-profit museum presents the history of passenger rail travel in Southern California. The museum has four different styles of cabooses, including one that is historically significant and is now a mobile office. The museum also houses a 1951 Santa Fe streamlined sleeping car. The first and third Saturday of each month is open to the public. The museum is located at 200 E Santa Fe Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832.
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The museum is operated by the nonprofit Southern California Railway Plaza Association, which also operates the railroad days in Fullerton. The museum includes three cabooses and two 1940s Union Pacific lounge cars that are furnished in period-appropriate decor. Admission is free on the first and third Saturdays of each month. The museum hosts an annual Railroad Days event, which showcases a wide variety of railroad equipment, model railroad layouts, and train-related attractions.
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The train station is within walking distance of the Train Museum, and is also within walking distance of the downtown area. The museum is close to several great restaurants, funky boutiques, and unique vintage clothing stores. The museum is located adjacent to the Fullerton Transportation Center, which is about half a mile from the station. You can also check out the Great American Stations Project at Amtrak's website, or visit the Fullerton Transportation Center.
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The Fullerton Train Museum offers wheelchair and stroller rentals. The fee for renting a wheelchair or stroller depends on the type of wheelchair and the length of time you plan to visit. You can add wheelchairs to your cart for a discounted price if you rent them for a longer time. If you're planning to spend the whole day exploring the train museum, consider renting a wheelchair. It's worth the trip!
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The museum is free to visit and has many displays of train cars and cabooses. During the museum's first and third Saturdays, you can view historic train cars and cabooses decorated in period-style décor. The museum also offers guided tours. Visiting the Fullerton Train Museum is an excellent family outing for the entire family! And, it's only a few miles away from downtown Fullerton!
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