VMT - Roanoke Railway Expo

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01HoursTuesday–Saturday 10am–5pm · Sunday 1–5pm→02Admissions PricesAdmissions pricing (includes tax)→03Directions & Parking303 Norfolk Ave. Roanoke, VA 24016→04Common QuestionsWhere is the best place to park? What are prices?→05Group Visit RequestGroup request form→06Gift CardsOrder a gift card online→

Plan your next trip to the Museum

The parking spaces directly adjacent to the front of the Museum are always free for paying guests.

Open Tue–Sat 10–5, Sun 1–5 · Hours & directions ›Purchase tickets online →

Explore

VMT galleries

01Rail GalleryStep inside the cab of a locomotive and explore the history of rail in this country.→02Auto GalleryExplore many of the antique cars from the 30's to today!→03Aviation GalleryLearn about the history of aviation and step inside a fuselage!→04O-Gauge GalleryCome visit and enjoy the museum's extensive O-Gauge model train exhibit!→05Outside RailyardGet up close with historical locomotives on the rail.→

Featured attractions

Norfolk & Western J Class #611Please note that Norfolk & Western 611 is a traveling exhibit. You can find 611 updates on Facebook.

African American Heritage GroupWith Norfolk & Western and Norfolk Southern African American Heritage Group

RailCamSouthwest Virginia Railcam going through Roanoke City.

Fun for Children of All Ages

VMT features a variety of exhibits and many that children are able to physically interact with. We also feature a playroom specifically designed for younger children.

Open Tue–Sat 10–5, Sun 1–5 · Hours & directions ›Browse featured attractions →

Events

Upcoming events

01Upcoming EventsFor the latest in event news and updates, check our Facebook page→02Host Your Own EventHost your next private event or birthday party next to the rails→03Event Space RentalRequest a private event rental and sign the rental agreement online→04Birthday Party BookingChoose a time slot and sign the rental agreement online→05Plan A School Field TripContact Education@vmt.org with questions→

Host Your Next Event

Imagine hosting a reception among vintage cars, or a corporate meeting with a backdrop of historic locomotives.

Open Tue–Sat 10–5, Sun 1–5 · Hours & directions ›All upcoming events →

About

Since 1963

01About the MuseumCollecting and preserving the Commonwealth's transportation history→02History & AccreditationFounded in 1963 as the Roanoke Transportation Museum→03Staff & BoardBoard of Directors & Staff→04SponsorsWe work with many sponsors in the Roanoke Area & beyond→05Press ReleasesMuseum press releases→06Contact the Museum540-342-5670 · info@vmt.org→

The Commonwealth's Official Transportation Museum

Our museum, located in Roanoke, Virginia, offers visitors a chance to explore the many ways transportation has shaped and been shaped by our state's history and economy.

Open Tue–Sat 10–5, Sun 1–5 · Hours & directions ›Contact the museum →

Support

Support VMT

01DonateHelp preserve, promote and protect Virginia's transportation history→02MembershipApply for or renew an annual membership→03Gift ShopGifts and toys for all ages. Order onsite or online!→04Gift CardsOrder a gift card online→

A 501(c)3 nonprofit

We serve our community through education, and safeguard the hard work, ingenuity, and technology of America's transportation heritage for generations to come.

Open Tue–Sat 10–5, Sun 1–5 · Hours & directions ›Become a member →

RailCam Hours· Tue–Sat 10–5, Sun 1–5 SHOP

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Roanoke Railway Expo Model Train Show - Nov. 7 & 8 - $5 admission

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