Trains & Railcars
Historic cabooses, steam-era recreations, luxury railcars, and famous movie trains.
Explore a collection of railcars and train pieces that celebrate the power, craftsmanship, and romance of railroad history.
A Different Kind Of Train Collection
From wooden cabooses to luxury parlor cars, this exhibit follows the evolution of rail travel.
See an 1885 Grand Trunk wooden caboose, elegant parlor cars, storage cars, and famous train pieces through the lens of railroad history. The Jupiter steam locomotive is available during Volo Station seasonal tours.
The Golden Age Of Rail Travel
When trains connected the country and redefined how people traveled.
Long before airplanes and highways changed the way people moved, trains were symbols of distance, progress, and possibility. Steam locomotives helped connect cities, industries, and entire regions, while passenger cars turned long journeys into a refined travel experience. Parlor cars represented the height of comfort and status — offering a level of privacy and luxury that would be comparable to traveling by private jet today.
What To Look For:
- 1885 Grand Trunk wooden caboose
- Luxury parlor car interiors
- Historic storage and rail support cars
- Famous train pieces from film history
- Jupiter steam locomotive recreation during Volo Station seasonal tours
Historic Caboose
An 1885 Grand Trunk wooden caboose shows the working side of early railroad life.
Luxury Railcars
Parlor cars offered private comfort and prestige during the golden age of train travel.
Volo Station Tours
Seasonal tours feature the Jupiter locomotive, a Golden Spike-era highlight.
Get A Glimpse Of The Collection
Ready To See It In Person?
Step into the history of rail travel at Volo Museum.
Your visit includes historic cabooses, luxury railcars, famous train pieces, and more. Seasonal Volo Station tours also feature the Jupiter steam locomotive.
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