Historic Trains from Many Eras

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The Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum is home to the largest collection of historic trains in New York State! Ride our vintage trains during our special events hosted from April through December. Located on Route 251 in the Town of Rush, our volunteers work year round to preserve Rochester’s rich railroading heritage for future generations to enjoy!

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Museum Blog

March Meeting – Preserving Erie Railroad Cars

Join us on March 19 for our monthly meeting at the 40&8 Club, 933 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. Free parking in Greek Orthodox Church parking lot next door. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Brief business mee...

Annual Banquet featuring Railfan & Railroad editor Steve Barry

You are invited to our annual R&GV Railroad Museum Banquet on Saturday, March 14, at the River’s Edge Party House, located at 31 Paul Road, Rochester, N.Y., featuring Railfan & Railroad magazine edito...

March 28 – Annual Safety Rules Class

Our 2020 Annual Rules Class will take place Saturday, March 28, 2020, at the 40&8 Club, located at 933 University Ave., in Rochester, N.Y. The class begins at 8:00 a.m., and if you expect to take all th...

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