Tifton Terminal Railway Museum — Attraction in Tifton

The last passenger railroad service pulled out of Tifton in the 1970s, but the era of the railroads lives on thanks to the Tifton Terminal Railway Museum.

It occupies the former passenger depot of the Atlantic Coast Line, and aims to preserve the heritage that led to the very foundation of Tifton to begin with.

A wood-built caboose passenger engine stands proudly outside, along with the Southern Railway’s Pullman sleeper called the Flint River.

Within the same structure as the museum, visitors will also find the Atlantic Coastline Artists Station, a small gallery space featuring the work of both professional and amateur southern...

I loved getting to learn about the history of Tifton train stations. The attendant was very knowledgeable about the many historical aspects of the railways coming through Tifton. While visiting, my friends and I got to participate in a geocaching adventure to learn more history about Tifton, which led us to the Train museum. I would recommend visiting here for a fresh take on Tifton's historical value. The visit is free, but please donate to help keep the preservation of these trains and any documents relevant for...

This museum deserves 6 stars for their dedication to the preservation of railroading history. We enioyed our visit looking at the historical elements, railcars and talking with the volunteers. This museum is free to the public. Be sure you visit the adjoining veterans...