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Galesburg Railroad Museum

211 South Seminary Street , Galesburg, IL 61401

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The Galesburg Railroad Museum is a not for profit corporation established to promote the research, exploration, and discovery of the history of the railroad industry as it applies to Galesburg and Western Illinois.

Its objective is to gather and preserve artifacts, historical documents, data, letters, accounts, and articles as it relates to the history of the local railroad. Tour a real steam locomotive and see the authentic railroad memorabilia. Find out just how deep Galesburg's roots are in the railroad industry. Great for kids and rail fans! Conveniently located right next door to the Amtrak Depot.

What's happening nearby...

Photography Triennial Exhibition

Galesburg Communtiy Arts Center •  Jun 20 – Jul 19

Embrace and appreciate photography as another art form while seeing its unique capabilities as its own form.

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River-2-River Car Cruise

Downtown Galesburg •  Jul 19 @ 1PM

A fun, annual cruise-in for anyone, but especially car enthusiasts: every car tells a story.

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Great Balloon Race

Lake Storey •  Jul 25 – Jul 27

20-25 hot air balloons flying over Galesburg, Il. during the last full weekend of July at Lake Storey Park, with "night glows" Friday and Saturday nights…

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