Steam Powered Excursions to Two Harbors
2019-07-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2019-07-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2019-07-14 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Experience the power of steam, with locomotive #28 leading the charge while you will ride behind this historic engine.

Festival of Steam with Big Boy No. 4014
2019-07-19 17:00 - 2019-07-21 12:00 | Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Overview:
The Festival of Steam runs Friday through Sunday with activities surrounding the Union Pacific Railroad’s “Big Boy” No. 4014, which will be on display all weekend at the Duluth Depot. There will not be any rides on it, but it will be steamed up and on display. The Lake Superior Railroad Museum’s steam engine will be pulling passenger train rides during the weekend.

Friday July 19th 2019 – The Arrival

#4014 Arrives from St. Paul at approximately 5:00pm to the Duluth Depot.
Spectators outside gated area are welcome. However, there will be no public access to station platforms due to security reasons. The locomotive will remain in this location, parked, until Sunday morning.
Evening Activities:

Lake Superior Railroad Museum EXTENDED hours until 9:00PM

5PM-7PM: Happy Hour in the Museum
6:00PM-8:30PM: Movie in the Museum: 1939 “Union Pacific” – starring Barbara Stanwyck, Joel McCrea, Anthony Quinn & Robert Preston
Admission is $14 for adults, $6 for children, or ½ off this price if you have a train ticket on the North Shore Scenic Railroad.
Ice cream shop open for movie snacks and refreshments
Museum entry pass available at the admissions window

PLEASE NOTE: ACCESS TO BIG BOY No. 4014 AND FESTIVAL SITE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY EVENING.

Saturday, July 20th, 2019 – Festival of Steam Day 1
GATES OPEN AT 9:00AM- (Ticket office opens at 8am for excursions)
9:00AM – 6:00PM FESTIVAL OF STEAM OPEN and FREE admission to Festival

FREE Festival Activities Include:

Viewing of Big Boy No. 4014
Touring of Union Pacific Experience Car (no food or beverage allowed)
Photo opportunities with Big Boy No. 4014
Viewing of North Shore Scenic Railroad Steam Fleet
Live Dixieland Music (10:00AM-5:30PM)
Future Engineers of Duluth Activity Tent
More to come…

Additional Activities:

North Shore Scenic Railroad TRAIN EXCURSIONS:

Steam Train Rides aboard the Duluth Zephyr 75-minute excursion ride through Duluth, featuring the museum’s own 2-8-0 DM&IR #332. More info on these rides here.

9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM
First Class: $48, Diner Class: $38, Coach Class: $28a/$19c

Lake Superior Railroad Museum Admission

Museum Hours: 9:00AM-5:00PM
Admission: $14 adults / $6 kids – 50% off with Excursion Tickets

Big Boy Beer Garden sponsored by Bernicks

10AM-5PM, Serving Beer, Wine and Cider
Featuring a host of seating and prime viewing of the Big Boy No. 4014

Firebrick Concessions: Grillmaster Based, Railfan Approved

Burgers, brats, chicken, hot dogs, fries, corn dogs, cheese curds, smoothies, sodas and more…

Union Pacific Souvenir Tent

Big Boy No. 4014 Specialty Items

North Shore Scenic Railroad Gift Shop Annex

Festival of Steam swag, Duluth specific wears and a selection of other railfan wear available

Lake Superior RR Museum Foundation Gala: 6–8:30pm

Exclusive access to the Big Boy No. 4014 Private coaches including tours and photo opportunities aboard the Union Pacific Train: Experience Car – Walter Dean – C.F. Denver – Kenefick open for tours with complimentary wine served. Photo opportunities on the rear platform of the Kenefick.
Private access and viewing of Big Boy No. 4014
Private access to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Union Pacific inspired food stations featuring “heavy” hors d’oeurves from the hottest restaurants in Duluth:

New Scenic Café
Duluth Grille
The Exchange
Blackwoods by the Lake
Valentini’s
Midcoast Catering
Bellisio’s

Open bar throughout the evening
Craft Beer Tasting
Complimentary Champagne in the Car Northland (Presidential Car)
Tours of Car Missabe
Live music in museum
Silent Auction of Railroadania featuring items from the Raskob Estate
Steam Punk Flare
Commemorative t-shirt, pin and credential with each ticket
Tickets: $250 per person – Click here to purchase your ticket

SUNDAY JULY 21, 2019 –Festival of Steam Day 2
GATES OPEN AT 9:00 AM – (Ticket office opens at 8am for excursions)
9:00AM – 6:00PM FESTIVAL OF STEAM OPEN and FREE admission to Festival

FREE Festival Activities Include:

Additional Activities:

North Shore Scenic Railroad TRAIN EXCURSIONS:

Steam Train Rides aboard the Duluth Zephyr 75-minute excursion ride through Duluth, featuring the museum’s own 2-8-0 DM&IR #332. More info on these rides here.

9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM
First Class: $48, Diner Class: $38, Coach Class: $28a/$19c

Lake Superior Railroad Museum Admission

Museum Hours: 9:00AM-5:00PM
Admission: $14 adults / $6 kids – 50% off with Excursion Tickets

Big Boy Beer Garden sponsored by Bernicks

10AM-5PM, Serving Beer, Wine and Cider
Featuring a host of seating and prime viewing of the Big Boy No. 4014

Firebrick Concessions: Grillmaster Based, Railfan Approved

Burgers, brats, chicken, hot dogs, fries, corn dogs, cheese curds, smoothies, sodas and more…

North Shore Scenic Railroad Gift Shop Annex

Festival of Steam swag, Duluth specific wears and a selection of other railfan wear available

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VIP Experience it ALL! $400 per person
Maximize your visit to Festival of Steam! Purchase a ticket to ride the Duluth Zephyr and add on the VIP Experience which includes:

Pass to Friday Night Welcome Party and movie in the Museum ($14 Value)
Ticket to Festival of Steam Gala Saturday Night ($250 Value)
Festival of Steam t-shirt, pin and commemorative VIP Lanyard with Credential ($50 value)
Free beverage at the Festival of Steam Beer Garden
Wm. Crooks level membership to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum which includes train tickets for a future date ($125)

You can add this package on with the purchase of any train ticket. Click here to get started.

Trains & Toddlers
2019-10-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2019-11-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2019-12-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-01-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-02-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-03-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-04-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-05-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Join us for train stories, crafts and FUN!
Story time begins at 10:15am in the Zelda Theater followed by a craft. Free for members of the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and kids 2 and under. Half price admission, adults $7 and kids $3.

Grandma's Marathon First Class Viewing Train
2021-05-19 05:45 - 13:00
Enjoy breakfast and drinks while watching Grandma’s Marathon!

Father's Day BBQ Lunch Train
2021-05-20 10:00 - 17:00
Enjoy some delicious barbecue with Dad on a 75-minute afternoon train excursion. Seating in our dining car, with a dome-lounge available after lunch to enjoy the return trip. Tickets available at DuluthTrains.com.

The Duluth Zephyr Opening Day!
2021-05-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Excursions begin on the Lakefront Line on May 21st at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm departures. Daily excursions will resume Memorial Day Weekend! Check out the Lake Superior Railroad Museum from 10 am to 5 pm!

Photography Exhibit: Railroading Through the Seasons
2021-06-01 10:00 - 2021-10-31 18:00 | Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Join us for a New Exhibit “Railroading Through the Seasons”, photographs taken by local photographer David Schauer. The exhibit can be found in the Gallery Car #255 which is located right outside the museum on track #3. The exhibit will only be up through October, so be sure to come and visit us before the pictures are gone, exhibit can be seen as part of your regular admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum.

Knife River Picnic Train
2021-06-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Travel up the north shore to Knife River, Minnesota. Pickup lunch, enjoy a little time to look at the newly restored historic Depot buildings, Lake Superior, and some of the local establishments before heading back to Duluth! Purchase tickets at DuluthTrains.com!

Knife River Picnic Train
2021-06-12 10:00 - 14:00, 2021-06-19 10:00 - 14:00, 2021-06-26 10:00 - 14:00

Caboose Crewz - Saturdays in July!
2021-07-03 18:00 - 21:00
Enjoy a private caboose ride for you and your friends (up to 10 people)! Flat rate of $175 gets you a 75-minute ride in the caboose for your group! Snacks and museum admission included! Book your Caboose Crewz for Saturdays in July or contact us for a charter excursion (with one week notice) at DuluthTrains.com!

The Greatest Show on Earth....in Minature!
2021-07-26 10:00 - 2021-07-30 18:00 | Lake Superior Railroad Museum
The Circus Model Builders will have 40 table top displays in the museum for you to enjoy, all for you to enjoy with your museum admission.

Murder Mystery Express - Weekdays Aug 16th - Sept 3!
2021-08-16 18:00 - 21:00
Work out the ‘who dunnit’ on this one-of-a-kind elegant dinner train & show! Reservations required. Tickets available at DuluthTrains.com!

Fall Colors Tour to Two Harbors
2021-09-16 10:00 - 14:00
Ride the full length of the North Shore Scenic Railroad to the town of Two Harbors, Minnesota. Enjoy the beautify of the tree colors along the way with added information about the season. Excursion leave Thursday – Sunday, September 16th through October 17th. Reservations highly recommended! Book tickets on DuluthTrains.com.

History in a Pint - Dale Erickson speaks on 'B' Company Marines
2021-09-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Dale Erickson, ‘B’ Company Marines, Korean War Veteran, speaks about his experiences at home and in the Korean War theater.
History in a Pint is a resurrected program put on by Veterans Memorial Hall at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum (new location!) where a veteran, or a veteran’s story, is presented about their experiences serving in the military.
PARKING: Parking is available around the back of the St. Louis County Depot. Follow signage for the North Shore Scenic Railway parking or park in the 4th Ave Parking Ramp.
All are welcome to attend, ask questions and join in camaraderie. Attendance is free of charge and seating will be available.
Beverages will be available for purchase.
This event is hosted by the St. Louis County Historical Society and its Veterans Memorial Hall Program, in collaboration with the Lake Superior Railroad Museum.

The Great Pumpkin Train
2021-10-21 - 2021-10-24
Ride the train to the pumpkin patch and return to the train museum for even more fun. Reservations recommended. Tickets available at DuluthTrains.com.

A Christmas Night in the Museum
2021-12-16 17:00 - 19:00
Thursday December 16th
5:00pm – 7:00pm (Allowing for Nighttime Photos in reduced light)
Admission is half price ($6 & $3)
FREE hot cocoa and cookies!
Photo Opportunities galore… The Museum is decorated for the Holiday Season in modern and traditional settings perfect for family photos – train selfies – come dressed in period costumes for really unique photos.
Gift Shop will be open for Holiday Shopping for the Railroad Enthusiast on your list with many “Night Time Specials.”

Museum closes at Noon
2021-12-24
The Lake Superior Railroad Museum closes early at 12 pm to celebrate Christmas Eve.

MUSEUM CLOSED
2021-12-25
The staff of the Lake Superior Railroad Museum wish you all a Merry Christmas!

Museum closes at Noon
2021-12-31
The Lake Superior Railroad Museum closes early at 12 pm to celebrate New Year’s Eve.
