There are so many incredible attractions in Mississippi that residents don’t know exist. Countless hidden gems are just waiting to be explored — and the McComb City Railroad Museum is one of them. Dubbed “the best rail museum south of Chicago,” it’s home to an extensive collection of memorabilia that’s sure to delight everyone in the family. Take a look:
Established nearly 20 years ago, the McComb City Railroad Museum is located in downtown McComb.
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Ran completely by volunteers, the museum boasts “one of the South’s best preserved collections of railroad history.”
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A unique experience right from the start, visitors enter the museum through an original Illinois Central passenger terminal.
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Inside, you’ll find an “unparalleled collection of more than 1,500 cataloged artifacts.”
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The museum even features an entire display devoted to McComb and its rich railroad history.
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Outside of the museum, visitors can get close-up views of a restored steam locomotive…
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…and the rest of the museum’s rolling stock.
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With so much to see and do, this museum is a must visit, regardless of your age.
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Learn more about the museum in the video below:
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It’s open Monday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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Visit the McComb City Railroad Museum at 108 N. Railroad Blvd., McComb Ms 39649. For more information, call (601) 684-2291 or check out the museum’s website. So, have you ever been to this museum? Did you even know it existed? Tell us in the comments section!
This isn’t the only unique museum in Mississippi! Learn about another here.
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