LaGrange Railroad Museum & Learning Center

09/04/2026

The details on this custom metal train piece are incredible. Have you ever tried working with metal yourself?

09/04/2026

🚂 Happy Freight Train Friday!🌸

Taking a look back at these bright summer blooms framing the tracks! As the days grow a little cooler and summer draws to a close, we’re soaking in every last bit of sunshine and color around the grounds.
Whether you stopped by to explore the historic train cars, walked through the gardens, or snapped photos along the walkway, thank you for making this season so memorable with us! ☀️✨
What was your favorite memory at the museum this summer? Drop it in the comments below! 👇
📍 Planning a fall visit? Check our link in bio for upcoming hours and autumn events!

09/04/2026

🍁 Mark your calendars! We can't wait to see you! La Grange Kentucky Main Street

🍂 ALL ABOARD FOR HARVEST ON THE RAILS! 🚂

If you thought Harvest on the Rails was just a fall festival… you’re going to want to see this. 👀

On Saturday, September 26, Downtown La Grange is turning into one BIG fall celebration with something happening around practically every corner. 🍁

🚂 Train rides
🎶 Live music + community band performances
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🐶 Adoptable pups + puppy photo station
🏰 Inflatables for the kids
🎨 Airbrush face painting
📸 Photo stations throughout downtown
🚗 Quads, Rods & Customs
🔮 FREE oracle + ancestor readings
🧘 Free Vinyasa Flow + Slow Set Yoga
🎨 Pumpkin painting
🛍️ Farmers’ Market
🏺 Kids’ activities at MudSplats Ceramics
🪵 Wood lathe demonstrations at Mainly Creative
🎈 Grand opening festivities at Lily on Main
✨ PLUS shopping, dining and exploring all of your favorite Downtown La Grange businesses!

And YES, the train runs straight through the middle of it all. 🚂🍂

This is the kind of day where you come downtown for one thing and end up staying for hours. Save this map, send it to your fall-festival crew, and make a day of it!

📍 Downtown La Grange, Kentucky
📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026

Which stop are you heading to first? 👇

09/03/2026

Lovely article by Explore Kentucky ! Thanks for visiting and sharing your experience!

In one Kentucky town the freight trains run down the middle of Main Street, and there is a free museum standing close enough to feel every one.

09/03/2026

🍁 🚆 We are ready for Fall Harvest! Thank you to our Station Agent, Diana, for bringing the autumn vibes early to the museum.

🌞 Escape the heat! We are open today!

Wednesday - Friday, 1pm-5pm
Saturday, 11am-5pm
Sunday, 1pm-5pm

09/02/2026

⭐ Volunteer Spotlight!
A massive thank you to Jerry and Pam for refurbishing the recently Donated CNC steam engine. It is mounted now at our trackside entrance! Swing by the museum to see it!

Wednesday - Friday, 1pm-5pm
Saturday, 11am-5pm
Sunday, 1pm-5pm
Tuesdays, 10am-12pm (Ernie's Lil Engines Preschool)

09/02/2026

What's Happening Wednesday!
🎨 Get Creative at The S.T.E.A.M. Station by the Rails! 🚂✨
Join us for a hands-on Oil Pastel Printmaking session where you can create your own vibrant oil pastel transfer drawings! All art supplies are provided, and tons of fun is guaranteed. Best of all? It’s completely FREE!

We are excited to present this event in partnership with the YMCA! This activity is part of The YMCA Family Literacy Program that’s the partner —a free, grant-funded initiative designed for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Through play-based learning at interactive stations, ELR helps young children build the physical, verbal, and social skills essential for kindergarten success.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, September 12
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
👥 Who: All ages welcome! (Special focus on ages 0–5 & caregivers)
📍 Location: La Grange Railroad Museum & Learning Center
412 E Main Street, La Grange, KY 40031
📞 Contact: 502.501.5100

Bring the family, explore interactive art stations, and help your little ones build big skills! 🎨🦋

09/02/2026

Every train rolling by the museum never gets old 🚆

In one Kentucky town the freight trains run down the middle of Main Street, and there is a free museum standing close enough to feel every one.

08/31/2026

⭐ TONIGHT | Monday, 6pm-8:30pm ⭐ The Monday Night Modelers meet to explore the craft of modeling. If you would like to learn more about model trains join us for Monday Night Modelers at the La Grange Railroad Museum!

This is a FREE youth class where we dive into the craft of model trains. Whether you're a total beginner or a budding engineer, we provide the tools and, guidance to help your creativity take flight—no prior experience required.

🛠️ Details You Need to Know:
Who: Open to ages 8+
Requirement: An adult must attend with each child (it’s a great bonding experience!).
Cost: Completely FREE!

Ready to start building? Come see what makes the world of model railroading so special.

📞 Questions? Contact the office at 502.501.5100 for more information.

08/31/2026

🚆 Ernie's Lil Engines has a brand NEW LOOK!

​Join us for a FREE STEAM-focused playgroup designed to boost school readiness, creativity, and social-emotional skills for babies through Pre-K (all ages welcome!).

​📅 When: Tuesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Where: La Grange Railroad Museum & Learning Center / The S.T.E.A.M. Station
​September Weekly Themes:
🚂 Sept 1: Trains
🏗️ Sept 8: Construction
⚽ Sept 15: Sports
🐝 Sept 22: Bees
🏕️ Sept 29: Camping

​Come connect, play, and learn together—no registration required! See you there! 👋🎨