Welcome aboard!
You've found the web site of the Monticello Railway Museum, an all-volunteer organization in central Illinois with an operational railroad yard open to the public. We offer train rides on weekends and holidays from May through October, regardless of weather conditions, as well as a number of special events throughout the year.
We also collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit materials and artifacts from throughout the fascinating history of trains and railroading. Come explore our many rail cars and other equipment, and view our museum displays.
See the dates for "401 in Steam" here.
Events
- Throttle Time
April-November - School Days
May 1st & 9th - Throw Momma on the Train
May 12th & 13th - 401 in Steam
May 19th & 20th - Father's Day Weekend
June 30th & July 1st - 401 in Steam
June 30th & July 1st - Fireworks Special
July 3rd - 401 in Steam
July 21st & 22nd - 401 in Steam
Aug 18th & 19th - Railroad Days
September 22nd & 23rd - 401 in Steam
Oct 13th & 14th - Ghost Train
October 20th-21st, 26th-28th -
The Polar Express™
November 23rd, 24th, 25th & 30th, December 1st - Lunch with Santa on the Train
December 1st & 2nd

