• Visitors' Center (pictured above)
At the heart of the grounds will be a new multi-purpose
building. This focal point will exhibit artifacts, autos and trucks. Additionally,
this facility will accommodate our library, orientation/service center, gift
shop and café.
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• New Entrance, Road and Parking Lot - Completed Fall 2005
The entrance creates better visibility and leads to an
expanded parking lot, which is closely linked to the visitors' center.
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• Museum Lake
This beautiful landscape feature located next to the Visitors'
Center will provide an aesthetically pleasing, relaxing atmosphere for museum guests. |
• Walkways
Landscaped walkways will guide visitors to a variety of
interactive and static display areas. |
• Streetcar Line - Completed Fall 2004
Visitors can ride a vintage streetcar to Experience Our Legacy
in Motion. |
• Restroom Facilities/Relaxation Station - Completed Fall 2004
These new facilities can accommodate an increased number of
visitors in the area of our major outdoor exhibits. |
• Earl C. Lindburg Automobile Center - Completed November 2005
A complete renovation of the Museum’s automobile gallery
provides appropriate space for the Museum’s extensive collection of vehicles.
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• Creation Station Education Center - Opened November 2005
A 2,400 square foot addition to the Earl C. Lindburg Automobile
Center houses this hands-on learning environment dedicated to exposing children
to all modes of transportation while enriching early developmental skills. |
• Expanded Train Sheds and Exhibit Pavilions
These are much needed open-air covered areas that will protect
the collection and allow for visitor interaction. |
• Renovation of Frisco Locomotive 1522 - Completed Spring 2002
This is one of the few steam locomotives restored to working
condition. The Frisco Locomotive #1522 is on display at the Museum. |
• Miniature Railroad - Opened October 2005
All aboard! The installation of this museum line railroad
promises to be a guest favorite. |
