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Railroad Museum of New England

Rail museum

4.5(616 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 a.m. Fri
Railroad Museum of New England

About

Old train displays & scenic rail trips. Victorian station with historic railroad collection offering train rides on the old Naugatuck line.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Railroad Museum of New England:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    242 E Main St, Thomaston, CT 06787, United States
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    Phone
    (860) 283-7245
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:Closed
    Wednesday:Closed
    Thursday:Closed
    Friday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Saturday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Sunday:Closed

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restaurant: No restaurant
  • Washroom: No washroom

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

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