It's Bizarre To Think That Montana Is Home To The World's Largest Collection Of Tonka Trucks, But It's True

The largest Tonka truck collection in Montana can be found in the tiny town of Winifred. Actually, the largest Tonka truck collection in the world can be found in the tiny town of Winifred. So if you loved these trucks when you were a kiddo, or your kiddos love them now, head over to this small, rural town to check out this amazing collection.

Winifred, Montana

The town was founded in 1913 as the end of the Milwaukee Road train line. Despite its tiny size, this town houses the world’s largest collection of Tonka trucks.

Winifred, Montana

The collection belongs to Winifred High School graduate John Thompson. When a community space opened up in Winifred, John offered for display his collection.

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Winifred, Montana

Since 1947, they have been known for making steel toy models of construction type trucks and machinery.

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Winifred, Montana

There are early vintage trucks to the iconic yellow dump trucks.

Winifred, Montana

Winifred, Montana

You can find Native American artifacts, dinosaur bones, and artifacts from the early days of Winifred at the museum. Admission is free, but do note that the museum is a community-funded museum, so they rely on the generosity of donations to keep these displays open. Museum hours vary, so call (406) 462-5425 to learn when you can visit.

What do you think about this Tonka truck collection in Montana? Learn more about Winifred, and then plan your visit. Then be sure to check out one of the largest displays of dinosaur bones in the world at Montana’s Museum of the Rockies.