Ridgway Railroad Museum — Attraction in Ridgway

I have lived in Ridgway for a number of years now and have watched the progress of the museum's new train loop from start to present. When i finally had the opportunity to ride the old mail train with my child and some friends i was appalled when one of the men who helped us board the train shamed a young child in front of everyone for accidentally breaking a $2 frame that was attached to the train at foot level. The young child sincerely apologized for breaking the frame but the man continued to shame him. Then the child cried for the entire ride. As i got off the train i asked the man to apologize to the child and he refused, caring nothing for the child's feelings and not recognizing how abusive he acted towards the child. I will never step foot in that museum unless the man chooses to apologize to that child publicly. I do not recommend going...

This is a museum with a great cause, preserving the history of the Rio Grande Southern line. This small line had such an interesting story as it tacked some of the most treacherous terrain in all of Colorado. This museum is also home to some of the famous Galloping Geese, unique creations to solve unique issues in their day. They have done some outstanding restoration work on they few pieces of rolling stock they have. Even more so their stewardship of historic records and archives is great. Please do take the time to stop by and give them some support! During Railroad week in september they even offer rides on the geese! A rare and very...

This is a great museum that provides lots of information about the Rio Grande Southern and Denver And Rio Grande Western railroads. The volunteers are more then happy to tell you a story or too about these railroads, and the museum also contains information about the location of many historic railroad sites, such as water tanks and trestles. They have a fully operational replica of the original Galloping Goose, that you can ride around their custom built loop, and they will soon be getting a working steam engine as well. Great place to visit, 100% worth your time. They are also rebuilding a...