Step back in time to explore the Age of Steam Roundhouse with one of our knowledgeable interpreters. Take in the sights, sounds, and smells of this authentic 20th-century Roundhouse. Learn the fundamentals of steam locomotives, experience the storied past of the railroad, and connect with American industrial heritage.
Roundhouse tours are offered April through November on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.
Admission
An extended three-hour-long guided tour of the Age of Steam Roundhouse, including our collection of Steam Locomotives, Restoration Shop, Turntable, Machine Shop, and Storehouse. This tour is an in-depth look at the technical aspects concerning steam engineering, locomotive mechanics, industrial heritage, railroad history, and roundhouse architecture.
Note: The Ferroequinologist Tour is a more in-depth version of our regular guided tour designed for the knowledgeable railroad enthusiast.
Group size is strictly limited.
Due to the nature of the site, visitors are restricted to the guided tour itself.
Group sizes are limited, with one tour guide and an assistant.
All tickets are sold in advance. No tickets may be purchased at the door.
Comfortable, closed-toe footwear recommended.
A Roundhouse waiver must be signed.
This 45-minute interpretive tour of the Age of Steam Roundhouse is intended for our younger train fanatics and their families! The tour begins in the Depot Visitor Center at 1:00pm during select afternoons, June through August. The group will explore our collection of historic steam locomotives and rolling stock, and turntable, all while learning about basic concepts of how the steam locomotives work, what Roundhouses like ours were built for, and they will also get to participate in a small craft!
Children ages 3-16 are $5.00 per child, Adult Chaperone 17+ are $10, Children under 3 are free
Join us on Friday, December 11th, for a ride to the Roundhouse at night, as Christmas lights will be displayed at the Roundhouse.
Come out to the Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum and climb aboard a steam-powered train to transport you to our Roundhouse, where you will meet Old St. Nick himself, surrounded by our historic collection of steam locomotives!
Take your picture with Santa, enjoy a nice holiday craft, and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate. All child guests will also be given a complimentary gift bag before leaving the Roundhouse!
1 ticket per child required.
Tickets must be purchased in advance online as we most likely will sell out. Museum Visitor Center opens at 8:30 am on the day of the event.
This event does not include a tour of the Roundhouse.
Join us at the Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum for a family-friendly evening of ghostly tales and stories of railroad legends, led by the light of an old oil lantern. Experience our 90-minute tours led by a staff storyteller who will thrill you and chill you as they lead you around the roundhouse and our steam locomotive collection during the dark twilight hours of autumn. Please do not bring flashlights or use flash photography during the tour and please wear closed-toe shoes.
Join us for Steam to Victory, a World War II–themed event taking place June 18th & 19th , 2027, over Father’s Day weekend.
Step back in time at the Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum to witness the might and power of the WWII war front. There, guests will see how American military forces and steam railroads worked hand-in-hand to support the war effort. Then, travel to the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum, where visitors can experience daily life on the American home front during World War II.
Visitors will enjoy:
Static railroad displays
Artillery and small‑arms demonstrations
World War II military vehicles (Saturday Only)
Living‑history reenactors
Militaria and food vendors
Short train rides on museum grounds
Gate admission includes access to the military displays and vendor areas.
Train rides and roundhouse tours are available for an additional fee.
Tickets will also be available for purchase at the gate.
Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Gates open at 9:30 a.m.
Gate Entry – $5
Roundhouse Tour – $15
Train Ride – $6
Tickets may be refunded for cancellations up to 24 hours before a scheduled tour or event begins. The processing fee, or any other incurred charges, will not be refunded. No refunds will be given within 24 hours of, or after, the ticketed tour or event start time.
