Minnesota's Largest Indoor Train Display Is At The Twin City Model Railroad Museum
By Betsy Rathburn|Published February 02, 2022
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Betsy Rathburn
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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
Minnesota’s most popular museums, like the Walker or the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, are exciting places to experience art from around the world. But art museums are only one part of the picture when it comes to Minnesota museums. There are many other places to learn about a diverse array of subjects, from Greyhound Buses to dubious ancient runestones. This includes the museum we would like to introduce today. Many Minnesotans have never heard of it, but the Twin City Model Railroad Museum is a fun and fascinating spot that will delight visitors of all ages. It’s the largest indoor train display in the state!
The Twin City Model Railroad Museum is a museum in St. Paul, Minnesota. It features 10,000 square feet of model train exhibits! That makes it the largest indoor train display in the state.
The most well-known part of the museum is an O scale model of the Twin Cities' railroad history. Watch trains zip past Twin Cities landmarks as they chug along the tracks!
The LEGO train layout is also a hit. It covers a space of 7 by 23 feet! Three different trains loop through the exhibit. Other attractions, such as a series of smaller train tables, also add fun to the museum. There is truly something for everyone here.
Special events throughout the year make the museum even more fun. The most popular is Night Trains. During this winter event, the room is darkened to show off the model's lights. It is a magical experience that people of all ages will enjoy.
If you have a train lover in your life - or you're just looking for an interesting new place to visit - add the Twin City Model Railroad Museum to the top of your list. This fun attraction is the largest indoor train display in Minnesota!
For more information about the Twin City Model Railroad Museum, including hours, special events, and more, visit their website and Facebook page. And if you’re interested in other train-themed attractions in Minnesota, check out our train-themed road trip through Minnesota.
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