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Historic Trains from Many Eras

Our collection includes, steam, diesel, freight and passenger trains Our Collection

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The only real train rides in Rochester!

Ride a vintage diesel train, just 20 minutes south of Rochester! Plan your ride

About Us

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!

Museum Blog

June 15-16 Fathers Day Train Rides

Celebrate Fathers Day Weekend with FREE train rides for Dad (with additional paid child or adult fare)! Enter our historic 1909 Erie Railroad train station and purchase your ticket from the friendly agent i...

May 16 Monthly Museum Meeting at the Depot

MEETINGS MOVE TO INDUSTRY DEPOT! Enjoy the warm weather and join us for our monthly museum meeting at Industry Depot, located at 282 Rush Scottsville Rd., Rush, N.Y. Following a brief meeting, enjoy rides o...

May 18 and 19 Rails & Ales and Vintage Rails Wine Tasting

Looking for a great day out with friends? All aboard for Rails & Ales! The craft beer movement is sweeping the nation, with the Rochester area home to scores of new breweries and distilleries. Join us o...

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Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum