Plan Your Visit
We invite you to travel back in time to vintage Vacationland with us. Nowhere else in New England can you ride the rails behind an authentic steam locomotive surrounded by historic Maine buildings preserved in a recreated village, and view a collection of 60 antique autos.
When you visit the Railway Village Museum you’ll learn about how technologies like steam engines and the automobile changed life along the coast of Maine between 1850 and 1950. In addition to the opportunity to ride in a vintage coach behind a 100 year old steam locomotive, the Museum also occasionally offers rides in one of our Ford Model Ts. Two of our most popular attractions are the resident goats who delight visitors of all ages with their antics. From a display of hundreds of salt & pepper shakers to a collection of engines that powered everything from small boats to whole factories, there truly is something for everyone in your family here.
Throughout the season a wide variety of special events are hosted on the Village Green from vintage ball games to car shows and family festivals. The Museum is also a unique location for wedding ceremonies and receptions.
Please explore our website to learn more about the RaIway Village Museum. We look forward to seeing you soon!
EXPLORE THE VILLAGE
Train Rides
Ride in a vintage coach behind a 100 year old steam locomotive! Rail trips depart on the hour – 11 am – 4 pm Tuesday-Sunday. Last train leaves promptly at 4 pm. Please call to confirm schedule and equipment operating on the day of your visit.
Antique Auto Museum
Featuring more than 60 automobiles and trucks from 1902 – 1962. The exhibit illustrates technological advances and engineering feats that helped make cars accessible to the masses. Our collection also includes other automotive ephemera.
Model Railroad
The late Ron Spinney devoted countless hours creating what is regarded by many as “one of the best model railroads” in New England, portraying railroading in Maine during the 1950s—1960s. Be sure to visit the ever-growing model railroad.
Exhibits
Step back in time to experience early Maine life. The town includes historic structures and buildings filled with artifacts from the mid-1800 to 1900s. Visit the village shops, schoolhouse, and homestead. Take a train ride around the grounds.
Iron Horse Antiques + General Store
GRAND OPENING MAY 28 & 29TH! We are incredibly excited to open the old doors of the new Iron Horse Antiques and General Store! A must see for for antique lovers.
Digital Collections
As part of our goal to increase accessibility to museum artifacts we now have a digital collections page. Click the LEARN MORE link or scan the QR code to visit our online collections page.
The Village Green
Throughout the season a wide variety of special events are hosted on the Village Green from vintage ball games to car shows and family festivals. The Museum is also a unique location for wedding ceremonies and receptions.
Freeport Station
The historic depot was built in 1912 to replace the one burned in 1911. It was of a style called “New York Central,” and was one of the newest in the state of Maine. During its heyday, the station managed outgoing and incoming passengers and freight.