Southern California Railway Museum

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2201 S A St
Perris, CA 92570

Southern California Railway Museum in Perris, CA, offers a captivating journey into the region's railway history. Visitors can explore a diverse collection of railway locomotives, passenger and freight cars, streetcars, interurban electric cars, and historic buildings dating back to the 1870s.

Experience the early days of electric, steam, and diesel railway transportation in and around Los Angeles through a visit to the museum's extensive collection of over 200 streetcars and railway vehicles. Take a nostalgic ride on streetcars, interurban electric cars, and trains along the museum's railway, immersing yourself in the bygone era of transportation.

The museum provides unique opportunities for visitors to actively engage with history, from operating a diesel locomotive or electric trolley in the Run One Program to hosting events like birthday parties, corporate retreats, and family reunions in a distinctive venue setting. Join the community of train and trolley enthusiasts by volunteering to help preserve and share Southern California's rich railroading heritage.

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Liv F.
9/23/2025

A Must-Visit for Train Lovers and Families This museum is perfect for families, especially if you have toddlers who love to explore and run around. Parking is spacious and easy, and admission is...

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Jack M.
7/30/2025

We recently revisited this place with our kids and off the bat, I'll say that this is a really neat and unique place. The fact it's free to explore is really cool and there's so much history with...

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Jonathan H.
7/4/2025

I had heard about this museum and wanted to visit for awhile. On a trip back from Palm Springs my wife and I made this a stop. It was very quiet on a Thursday at 3pm and only two barns were open:...

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Sherie K.
12/4/2024

Had a great time here with the life size Thomas the train exhibit. We came to celebrate my son's birthday. We had 22 people in our group and someone in our party was using a walker to get around...

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Yvonne C.
2/10/2025

My sister was so excited to go here and invited me to go. What a pleasant surprise it turned out to be! The workers were all so friendly and welcoming. This place is packed with so much history...

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