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Feel the heat from the firebox, smell hot steam and oil; hear the whistle and the "chuff-chuff" from the smokestack, feel the ground vibrate, and watch as one-ton drive rods turn steel wheels. Discover how steam railroading helped shaped our nation's history and culture. Learn about the stories of the people who built, repaired and rode, and about the ongoing work to preserve railroading history.
Join Santa on a Magical Train Adventure ! Limited tickets available through the Iron Horse Society (but going fast!) Fri 12/19 - Sun 12/21.
Plan like a Park Ranger: Winter Schedule - Park open Wednesday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Closed Monday & Tuesday)
Check out opportunities for educators in search of information or group visits.
Train rides and excursions will return in the Spring of 2026. Watch for updates on our schedule in early February.
Steamtown is an active railyard, learn how to have a safe visit.
The large engine has returned to Steamtown following an extended cosmetic restoration.
Explore Steamtown museum collections and the development of American railroads and the communities that operated and maintained them.
Browse images and enjoy scenes from the rail yard at Steamtown National Historic Site
Last updated: December 15, 2025
