New Brunswick Railway Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the charming village of Hillsborough, this place is a genuine love letter to the iron horse that built the Maritimes. You can almost hear the ghostly whistle of steam engines as you wander among the hulking, beautifully preserved locomotives. It’s not a stuffy, 'look but don't touch' kind of place; kids (and let's be honest, adults too) light up when they get to climb into a real caboose. The passion of the volunteers is palpable, making the history feel immediate and deeply personal.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is a massive 1929 Canadian National Railway steam locomotive, Number 2317, which you can walk right up to. Don't miss the meticulously restored wooden caboose and the collection of railway artifacts that tell intimate stories of daily life on the rails.
Visitor Information
It's located right on Main Street in Hillsborough—you really can't miss it. It has that wonderful, unpretentious vibe of a community-run museum where everyone is happy to share a story.
Architecture & Building
The main building has a simple, functional feel that fits its railroad theme perfectly, reminiscent of a small-town train station or railway workshop.
Contact & Location
Address: New Brunswick Railway Museum, 2847, Main Street, Hillsborough, Hillsborough Parish, Fundy Albert, Albert County, New Brunswick, E4H 2X7, Canada
Phone: +1 506-734-3195
Website: Visit Website
