Old Fort Railroad Museum

Old Fort, North Carolina has been undergoing a great renovation and the Depot is no exception. The Railroad Depot houses the Railroad Museum and contains memorabilia, tools, and furniture from the early railroad period.

http://www.oldfort.org/

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• Lesson plan: Working on the Railroad After viewing and discussing "The Transportation Revolution" lecture by Peter A. Coclanis, the students will read and respond creatively to brief descriptions of railroad workers and their job responsibilities.

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• 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.
• Greater Fair Bluff Historical Society Depot Museum: Students can learn about their county's history through artifacts and other exhibits at the Greater Fair Bluff Historical Society Depot Museum.
• 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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• Learn more about McDowell County, North Carolina, history, history museums, railroads, trains, and transportation.

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The Old Fort Railroad Museum is housed in the circa 1890 depot which has been renovated and dedicated in May of 2005 The museum traces the growth of the railroad and it’s dramatic impact on the town, and includes original hand tools, signal lights, furniture, signs and an authentic caboose.

The Old Fort Railroad Museum is located at the corner of Catawba Ave. and Main St. For information call 828-668-4244; 828-668-7223