Railway museums in Connecticut

The Danbury Railway Museum is a significant historical site located in the former Union Station in downtown Danbury, Connecticut. The museum was established in the mid-1990s following the closure of the station by the Metro-North Railroad. It primarily focuses on the history of railroading in southern New England and neighboring New York. The museum is housed in a building that is architecturally distinctive, with Colonial Revival touches on a Richardsonian Romanesque structure.

The Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum is situated on Route 32 in Willimantic, Connecticut. It was established by the Connecticut Eastern Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society. The museum is a testament to the rich history of railroads in the region and offers a unique insight into the development of rail transport in the area.

The Railroad Museum of New England, located in Thomaston, Connecticut, offers a unique experience for visitors. Through its operating subsidiary, the Naugatuck Railroad, the museum operates excursion and freight trains on the Torrington Secondary between Waterville and Torrington. This provides an opportunity for tourists to enjoy a scenic train ride while learning about the history and significance of railroads in New England.