Sioux City Railroad Museum

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please be aware that we are still undergoing further restoration and renovation as part of our on-going recovery efforts following the June 2024 flooding event.

Thank You

Featured Programs & Exhibits

Open Hours

Thursday - Saturday: 10am-4pm

Sundays: 12pm-4pm

Private & Special Group Tours Available by Scheduled Appointment Only

More Information

Where History Come to Life

Located at the former Sioux City Engine Terminal and Car Repair Shops of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railway, a.k.a. the Milwaukee Road, this once large and industrious complex is now home to the Sioux City Railroad Museum.

In 2018, this site designated as the Milwaukee Railroad Shops Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

As you walk around the 32-acre complex – you can feel that rich history come alive and try to imagine what life must have been like for all those railroad workers who spent their days keeping the trains running.

With more than 100 years of history ready to be told, we hope that it is an experience you won’t soon forget!

Hours and Admission

OPEN

Thursday - Saturday: 10am - 4pm

Sundays: 12pm-4pm

*Due to the indoor/outdoor environment of the museum, please consider weather conditions and the likelihood of potential closures before attending*

*Please check announcements or our Facebook page prior to your visit for any cancellations and closures*

*we are closed on all major holidays*

ADMISSION

FREE to all guests and friendly leashed pets!

Donations are welcomed and accepted at any of our on-site Donation Stations, online, or by mail.

*Special rates may apply for special events and tours

*VETERANS, ACTIVE DUTY, and MEMBERS will always receive free admission, even during special events

EVENTS & PROMOTIONS PROGRAMS & EXHIBITS

Special Operations

Grand Scale Miniature Train Rides

Weekends Only (Saturday & Sunday)

Diesel Locomotive Cab Rides

Start Date TBD

"Holocaust Rails" Exhibition

Open During Museum Hours

*Please note that all operations are weather permitting*

AMENITIES & TOURS

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

The Sioux City Railroad Museum relies on memberships, corporate memberships, sponsorships, volunteers, and donors to continue to support and preserve Sioux City’s railroad history for generations to come.

BECOME A MEMBER

As a Friend of the Sioux City Railroad Museum, you’ll enjoy these benefits:

Free general admission to the museum to go along with annual and special events

10% discount on gift shop merchandise

Receive special museum newsletters

Membership Options

Monthly: $5

Annual: $50

Membership Signup

CORPORATE GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Corporate entities have the opportunity to help support the Railroad Museum as well as provide free admission to affiliates and their families.

These contributions benefit the museum and the community.

For more information regarding corporate giving opportunities, please click on the link below.

CORPORATE GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS

Sponsorships are a wonderful way to help improve the quality of life in our community and also gain great visibility for your business.

We welcome sponsors for events, programs, exhibits, projects, etc.

Sponsorship levels may range and vary in accordance with their purpose and to satisfy your company needs.

All sponsors will receive recognition, family passes, and other benefits.

If interested, please contact the museum staff for more information.

SPONSORSHIPS

VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME & TALENT

Volunteers are the backbone of our organization and are evermore critical to its success.

Volunteers will always be welcomed and relied upon in various capacities.

Opportunities include and are not limited to museum docents, programs, events, train operations, general labor, grounds keeping, etc.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Contact

LOCATION

3400 Sioux River Road

IA Hwy 12 North

Loess Hills National Scenic Byway

Sioux City, Iowa 51102

information@siouxcityrailroadmuseum.org

Office: 712-233-6996

MAILING ADDRESS

Siouxland Historical Railroad Association

PO Box 1355

Sioux City, Iowa 51102

“If you even remotely like trains, this is a great place to go.”

Maryann B.

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“It takes us a little over an hour to get there from our house in Sioux Falls, but it’s worth it every time!”

John D.

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“Great family fun today. So much to see and experience.”

Jan T.

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“Very cool museum. Amazing what has been saved in the short time it has been in existence.”

Kyle V.

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“My kids love this place. There’s plenty of room to explore and lots of things to touch. The staff is wonderful. You can tell they are there because they love what they do.”

Elizabeth W.

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“This place is such a special place for me and my family. My Grandfather worked for many years with Milwaukee Road and later Burlington Northern. Love what you guys are doing preserving this amazing site.”

Chad L.

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“We are BIG fans of the Railroad Museum! Every time we go we learn something new. The staff and volunteers are so knowledgeable and ready to share with us as guests. Purchasing our family membership was money very well spent!”

Erin C.

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“This place is fantastic. Even if you aren’t a train enthusiast you will love the living history on display. The friendly staff at the museum make the experience something you won’t forget.”

Colin B.

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Hours and Admission

Special Operations

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

Contact

LOCATION

MAILING ADDRESS

“If you even remotely like trains, this is a great place to go.”

“It takes us a little over an hour to get there from our house in Sioux Falls, but it’s worth it every time!”

“Great family fun today. So much to see and experience.”

“Very cool museum. Amazing what has been saved in the short time it has been in existence.”

“My kids love this place. There’s plenty of room to explore and lots of things to touch. The staff is wonderful. You can tell they are there because they love what they do.”

“This place is such a special place for me and my family. My Grandfather worked for many years with Milwaukee Road and later Burlington Northern. Love what you guys are doing preserving this amazing site.”

“We are BIG fans of the Railroad Museum! Every time we go we learn something new. The staff and volunteers are so knowledgeable and ready to share with us as guests. Purchasing our family membership was money very well spent!”

“This place is fantastic. Even if you aren’t a train enthusiast you will love the living history on display. The friendly staff at the museum make the experience something you won’t forget.”