The Polar Express Train Ride

November 20-December 13, 2026 2026 Tickets Are Sold Out The National Railroad Museum is excited to host The Polar Express Train Ride™ on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from November 20 through December 13, 2026, and we’re inviting you to be a part of the magic! The Polar Express™ has become a time-honored holiday tradition for […]

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Festival of Trees

Festival of Trees November 19, 2026 – January 3, 2027 You’re invited to celebrate our community and those who live and work here! Come see dozens of uniquely decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations as you stroll through our historic exhibits! The Festival of Trees enchants more than 20,000 visitors each year. Our […]

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The Great Pumpkin Train

October 10 & 11, 2026 Tickets On Sale July 10, 2026 Event Description Join us on Saturday, October 10, or Saturday, October 11, 2026, for a family-friendly, fun-filled day celebrating all things fall. Each admission to The Great Pumpkin Train includes a train ride to the pumpkin patch, where you can find your own pumpkin […]

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About The Museum

About The Museum The National Railroad Museum in Green Bay, WI, is the only congressionally designated railroad museum in the United States – home to more than 70 pieces of historic rolling stock, over 100,000 small artifacts, and over 70 years of railroad history. As a privately funded 501(c)(3) educational organization, we welcome more than […]

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Health and Safety Protocols

Health and Safety Protocols The National Railroad Museum is committed to the health and safety of our visitors, including, but not limited to, COVID-19 issues. We have more than 100,000 square feet of covered exhibit space plus 33 acres and an outdoor observation tower along the Fox River, allowing you and your family to comfortably […]

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Field Trips & Group Tours

Field Trips & Group Tours Explore group tour opportunities at the National Railroad Museum! We welcome both youth and adult groups for engaging tours tailored to each audience. Please note: “Youth Tours” include school groups, homeschool groups, after-school programs, and any other organized group of young participants. All final decisions about group classification rest with […]

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Tickets / Hours

Tickets / Hours Admission Admission costs vary on special event days. Tickets may be purchased online prior to your visit, or in person at our ticket desk. Seasonal train rides are $6 per person and offered May-October. Everyone must have a ticket to ride the train. Access our digital visitor guide! Hours of Operation The […]

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CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF LEGACY IN MOTION IN 2026 Visit Us With roots dating back to 1956, the National Railroad Museum has grown to become one of the largest, oldest, and most well-respected rail museums in the United States. We have over 70 pieces of rolling stock, 100,000+ artifacts, seasonal train rides, indoor and outdoor […]

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