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Address: 11 Commerce St., Mineral Point, WI 53565
The museum is currently CLOSED.
The museum is open seasonally from May through October.
Please note that an admission fee helps sustain our operations.
Hours: Thursday through Saturday, 10am-4pm and Sunday, noon-4pm
For more information: 608-987-2695

Museum General Information

Visit the Mineral Point Railroad Museum

Step inside history at the Mineral Point Railroad Museum, located in the beautifully restored former Milwaukee Road depot in Mineral Point. Operated by the Mineral Point Railroad Society, the museum brings the region’s railroad heritage to life for visitors of all ages.

The museum is open seasonally from the first weekend in May through the last weekend in October. Hours are
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Thursday through Saturday
Noon – 4:00 PM on Sundays

Explore Local Railroad History
Inside the depot, you’ll find a fascinating collection of artifacts that tell the story of railroading in Mineral Point and Southwestern Wisconsin. Our exhibits feature items spanning more than a century of history—from Civil War–era documents related to the Mineral Point Railroad and Illinois Central Railroad, to historic photos and maps from the “golden era” of railroading between 1890 and 1925.

The story continues through the decades that followed. Displays from 1930 to 1980 reflect a time when railroading remained a proud profession, even as it slowly transitioned from being the center of everyday community life.

The People Behind the Railroad
The museum isn’t just about trains—it’s about the people who built and worked on the railroad. Exhibits highlight the lives of railroad workers and their families through authentic uniforms, tools, and personal artifacts. These items give visitors—both children and adults—a glimpse into what daily life was like for those who kept the railroads running.

A Favorite for All Ages
One of the museum’s most popular attractions is a detailed diorama of the valley around the Mineral Point depot as it appeared around 1920. This impressive model was created over several years by a professional modelmaker and features the depot along with other historic railroad structures, including a turntable, engine house, and water tank—most of which no longer exist today.

Visitors can bring the scene to life with the push of a button. When activated, a steam locomotive moves along the tracks while a sound recording recreates the lively atmosphere of the depot area, complete with the sounds of the engine and railroad activity. Installed in 2009, this interactive display has quickly become a favorite among visitors of all ages.

Plan Your Visit
If you are planning a trip to Mineral Point or would like more information about the museum, please feel free to contact us here. We’ll be happy to help and will respond as quickly as possible.

You may also call the museum during regular operating hours at (608) 987-2695. If we’re unable to answer, please leave a voicemail and we’ll return your call.

We look forward to welcoming you to the depot and sharing the story of Mineral Point’s railroad heritage.