Union Station Railroad Museum
The heritage of Moore County and the town of Aberdeen can be seen at this museum through its exhibits of memorabilia and artifacts.
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- Lesson plan: Learn about your county This activity will allow fourth grade students in North Carolina to learn more about the counties that surround their home county. Using online images, students will create a multimedia presentation to share with others.
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- A Biography of America Uses interactive features, videos, maps, and transcripts of the companion television program to provide information about 26 eras in American history.
- Encyclopedia Smithsonian Answers to frequently asked questions about the extensive collections of the Smithsonian Museums and links to resources on subjects from Anthropology to Zoology.
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- Greater Fair Bluff Historical Society Depot Museum: Students can learn about their Columbus County's history through artifacts and other exhibits at the Greater Fair Bluff Historical Society Depot Museum.
- Wilmington Railroad Museum: Learn about the historical development of railroads in the Wilmington area with the eclectic collection of displays at the Wilmington Railroad Museum.
- North Carolina Transportation Museum: All the details for your field trip to the museum. Or take a virtual trip and read about and explore the exhibits, including the Flue Shop, the Master Mechanic's Office, and the Robert Julian Roundhouse. Take a few minutes to watch the online video that explains the history of steam railroads in North Carolina.
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- Learn more about Moore County, North Carolina, heritage, history, history museums, railroads, trains, and transportation.
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Built circa 1900, this structure features Victorian architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was designed by T.B. Creel. The museum features railroad exhibits and artifacts from the Aberdeen & Rockfish Railroad and one of only two inspection cars left in the U.S. A renovated caboose sits on tracks nearby.
Located on the corner of Main Street and Sycamore Street in Aberdeen, Union Station Railroad Museum is open from 8 AM to 5 PM weekdays. Admission is Free. For more information or to schedule a visit, call (910) 944-5902.
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