Welcome to
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the Lincoln Train Museum

WE FLIPPED OUR LID

BREAKING NEWS...Yep, we have our new roof.  AlamB Roofing did a great job.
The painters have spruced up the building.  We think you'll love it!
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​Spring has sprung in Adam's County, Pennsylvania with its magnificent glory.  If you haven't walked the Gettysburg battlefield or browsed the many shops, boutiques, and wineries, now is the time before summer crowds loom large.

Here we are - The Lincoln Train Museum: such a wonderful array of American heritage displays, including the Hall of History, an animated program with a scale model train that takes President Lincoln on his very last journey, as well as a realistic train ride that simulates that momentous event in history.

Look out our doorways and see the exact spot in Soldier's Cemetery where President Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address.  Down the street is where General Robert E. Lee sent his army across a field into the fire of artillery and guns.

Venture with us into the realm of the Spanish American War and other World Wars.  See memorabilia that includes a rare collection of model trains and authentic railroad antiques.  Play with trains that young and old will savor.  See relic displays and exhibits of metal detectors.

Have fun.  Ring bells, toot whistles, enjoy yourselves while gaining knowledge.
OLD NEWS WITH OUR NEW PHILOSOPHY
Yep, the Museum has been permitted with historic preservation in keeping with the magnificent character of Gettysburg. We have a brand new roof in what President Abraham Lincoln would be happy to call Patriot Red.
Lincoln's spirit is alive and well, back from hibernating for the winter when Gettysburg is freezing and tourists rather vacation in tropical climes.
We reopened this spring after a brand new roof and painting was completed to welcome you most heartily again If you have been with us before we extend our warm friendship and hospitality.
If you are a new visitor riding Lincoln's funeral train will  be exciting.
A cemetery can inspire peace and tranquility. We go to mourn loved ones, to pay respect to favored ones, as often as not we visit out of curiosity. The Lincoln Train Museum is not a "museoleum," not simply a box to put things in. It is a living place to enjoy and interact.
The museum building is a grand place. The roof leaked so we replaced its lid in keeping with the historic importance of Gettysburg to protect and preserve the structure and contents. New paint enhances the outside of the building.
We have undertaken initiatives that are both exciting and relevant.
During Gettysburg's Christmas Festival members of the U.S. Christian Commission came to sing carols on the porch, offering visitors free coffee and cookies.
Acclaimed artist Lydia Maxwell was here to meet visitors and show her paintings of the Civil War.
We want all connected with the new museum to take personal interest in every person that visits. Everyone.
That is because everyone is special.
We put up a display of Christmas trains featuring the Polar Express with a board of lighted houses to delight young and old.
We encourage visitors to play with them.
Only one or two train wrecks so far.
A western stock saddle with cowboy and cowgirl hats and bandannas is arrayed in a western heritage corner complete with cut outs of cactus and Hollywood western heroes. Signs that said "keep off" are gone.
​This is a place to have fun.
We continue to honor our veterans with displays of medals and objects donated, homage to those that sacrificed all to preserve our freedoms here at Gettysburg and on every field of battle where the United States defended liberty against tyranny and oppression.
When you visit you breathe new life into this museum.
We are only caretakers.
You are the museum.
Whether you come on a bus tour, whether you are person with special needs, whether a first responder, active military or veteran, young or old, you are important to us.
We are planning and preparing for spring's resurrection, summer's bounty and fall's amazing splendor.
HERE WE ARE
You are always welcome as we share Lincoln's vision with you.
Share our enthusiasm for America with us.
​May the inspiration of President Abraham Lincoln's legacy bring you pride in the United States of America.

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Within walking distance of the site of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, the Lincoln Train Museum presents an interactive exploration of American History for families and groups of all ages.
Through a tour of the Lincoln Train Museum, America's story is traced
from the days of the founding fathers through 911.
We share parking with Friendly's restaurant beside us as well as have metered parking on Steinwehr Ave. in front of our museum. We suggest the metered parking for ease of access to our handicap ramp for guests using wheelchairs or walkers as well as for bus drop off and pick up.​
Though not required, reservations are recommended for groups of ten or more!
OUR STATION MASTERS GIFT SHOP OFFERS A LARGE ARRAY OF HISTORICAL AS WELL AS RAILROAD MEMORABILIA AND SOUVENIRS!
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