Museum works to preserve the history of the rails that built the state
The Inland Northwest Rail Museum has existed since 1967 and serves as a reminder of one of the industries that helped develop the west into what it is today.
COURTESY PHOTO/DAVID SWANT
A train car from the Great Northern Railway on display at the Inland Northwest Rail Museum. The museum has a variety of restored locomotives and cars that guests can explore and interact with.
Three junior engineers at the Inland Northwest Rail Museum. Inland Empire Railway Historical Society President David Swant said that the museum aims to teach generations about the importance of railroads in our country’s development.
Students and teachers gather for a photo during a class field trip to the Inland Northwest Rail Museum. The museum is open to field trips and birthday party reservations and also has special events throughout the year.
REARDAN — The Inland Northwest Rail Museum is a longstanding place that serves to preserve the history of trains and railroads from across the nation. Now celebrating its tenth anniversary at its new location in Reardan, the museum seeks to expand its offerings as staff work to share this piece of history.
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