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Southern Arizona Transportation Museum

Name: Southern Arizona Transportation Museum
Address: 414 N Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705, United States, Tucson, 85701, United States
Telephone: +1 520-623-2223
Rating: 4.6

★★★★★ 4.6/5 (6,355 reviews) Excellent

About This Museum

What truly sets this museum apart is its location right in the heart of downtown, where the whistle of a modern Amtrak train might echo the history displayed just outside. Housed in the city's beautifully restored 1941 Southern Pacific Railroad Depot, it’s a small but mighty tribute to the era when railroads built the West. You can't miss 'Old Pueblo 1679,' a massive 1900 steam locomotive permanently parked on the tracks, offering a perfect photo op. Inside, the past comes alive through vintage photographs, telegraph equipment, and artifacts that tell Tucson's specific story of growth and connection.

Collection Highlights

The star of the show is undoubtedly Old Pueblo 1679, a hulking steam locomotive you can walk right up to. Inside, you'll find rotating exhibits of historical photographs and memorabilia focusing on Southern Arizona's railroad history, including the crucial role of the Southern Pacific line.

Visitor Information

It's compact enough to enjoy in under an hour, making for a perfect stop while exploring downtown Tucson. Best of all? Admission is free, though donations are always welcome to help keep this little gem on track.

Architecture & Building

Housed in Tucson's original 1941 Southern Pacific Railroad Depot, a classic Mission Revival-style building with its iconic white stucco walls and red-tiled roof.