North Carolina Railroad Museum
East Carolina Chapter, National Railway Historical Society, Inc.

Our Vision:  To act as a custodian of the history and heritage of North Carolina railroads, maintaining this knowledge for the education and enlightenment of the future.
The North Carolina Railroad Museum is primarily an outdoor exhibit of historic and heritage railroad equipment; a living museum. Open Saturday and Sunday from 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
Admission to the museum is free.

Participants will practice the safe operation and handling of a locomotive and will be allowed to operate the engine for one hour under the supervision of one of our qualified engineers.  Reserve either a diesel electric or our 0-4-0T steam locomotive - limited availability. More details available - Click here.
Participation in the program is by advance reservation only, to inquire, please call the museum office at (919)362-5416.  When the office is closed, leave your name and phone number so our program coordinator can call you back to make arrangements.

Many items in our museum are artifacts of local railroads and show the significance they had in NC history. Artifacts such as tools, signs, and pictures - tell the story about the railroad we use today and others, the people that worked on them, and the communities they served.
You can also create some of your own history with the purchase of gifts and memorabilia such books, clothes, and toys from our store.

Enjoy the taste of delicious North Carolina barbecue, an old family recipe passed down. The menu includes: