Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum
4.6· 426 Google reviews
At a Glance
- TypeHeritage railroad & tourist attraction
- LocationIN
- Rating4.6 ★426 Google reviews
About Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum
Diesel‑powered round‑trip excursions depart weekends from North Judson, Indiana, and travel to LaCrosse, Indiana, offering scenic views of northern Indiana’s rail‑rich landscape. Seasonal Polar Express runs add a holiday‑themed experience, while the museum—housed in a former Erie Railroad facility—remains open Saturdays year‑round. Visitors explore historic freight equipment, including Chesapeake and Ohio Railway #2789, a 2‑8‑4 Kanawha steam locomotive, and enjoy ticket purchases through FareHarbor.
Upcoming Events
No ticketed events are currently listed for Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum. Many heritage operators publish schedules seasonally or run on regular open hours instead of dated events.
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Plan Your Visit
- ParkingFree lot · paid lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · accessible restroom · accessible parking
- Good ForAll ages
- HoursMonday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: ClosedThursday: ClosedFriday: ClosedSaturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMSunday: Closed
Find the Depot
The Trains
The museum’s collection includes Chesapeake and Ohio Railway 2‑8‑4 “Kanawha” steam locomotive No. 2789, displayed alongside a range of historic freight cars. Its operational diesel‑powered tourist train runs round‑trip excursions between North Judson and LaCrosse, Indiana, on the former Erie Railroad right‑of‑way.
History
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The organization began in 1988 as the Miami County Steam Locomotive Association, Inc. In 1961 it received Chesapeake and Ohio Railway 2‑8‑4 Kanawha locomotive No. 2789, which remained on static display in West Side Park, Peru, Indiana for roughly two decades. After reforming in 1985 the group moved the locomotive to North Judson in 1989 to start restoration work, but abandoned the project and renamed the entity Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in 1992.
Around the Depot
Northwest Indiana spreads three stops around the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum: the Hesston Steam Museum at 37 mi, the New Buffalo Railroad Museum at 39 mi, then the Griffith Historical Park and Depot Museum at 40 mi.
Getting There & Staying Nearby
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Tours & Activities Nearby
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum located?
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum is located in IN.
How do I get tickets to Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum?
Tickets and current schedules are available on the operator's official website at http://www.hoosiervalley.org/.