The museum houses the private rail car used by President Warren G. Harding during his 1923 cross-country tour.
The collection includes a rare example of a 'MARTA' bus from the earliest years of the Atlanta transit system.
The site occupies land that was once part of a functional railroad yard, preserving the industrial atmosphere.
Visitors can view a fully restored 1940s-era signal tower that was relocated to the museum grounds.
The museum features a significant collection of 'Golden Age' Pullman sleeper cars, showcasing luxury travel accommodations from the 1920s.
The Southeastern Railway Museum is a 35-acre outdoor facility in Duluth, Georgia, serving as the official transportation history museum of the state. The collection spans over 90 pieces of historic railroad equipment, including locomotives, passenger cars, and cabooses. Visitors can explore a diverse array of rail stock, ranging from the 19th-century steam era to mid-20th-century diesel power. The site features a significant collection of Pullman passenger cars and authentic transit vehicles like electric trolleys and buses. Guests can board select vintage rail cars to experience the interior design and engineering of historical transit. Outdoor exhibits are displayed across multiple tracks, allowing for close inspection of undercarriage and external locomotive details. The museum also preserves items related to the Georgia railroad industry's impact on regional economic growth and suburban expansion.
The elevated walkway bridge, which provides a panoramic aerial view of the primary locomotive yard.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes as you will be navigating gravel paths and potentially climbing metal stairs into rail cars.
Check the museum's schedule for days when they operate the miniature train, as this is a popular activity for families.
Bring a hat and sunscreen, as the vast majority of the locomotive collection is stored outdoors with minimal shade.
Avoid visiting during peak summer afternoons if you are sensitive to heat, as the metal rail cars become extremely hot in direct sunlight.
Closed on Mondays and major holidays.
Do not climb on the exterior of trains or walk on active tracks unless specifically directed by staff.
