Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
The museum is more about the effects on the railroad on Altoona than about trains. I came looking for locomotives, passenger cars, box cars, tankers, etc but saw very little in the way of actual trains. The history of how the railroad played a major part in the development of Altoona was excellent, just not what I was expecting.
Wanted to go last year, but ran out of time. Definitely on the list this year.
You can take time to visit Quaint Corner Children's Discovery Center during your travels to Altoona. Attend a baseball game or football game in this family-friendly area.
Though UPMC Altoona might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Altoona while you are here.
Find out about the history of Altoona with a stop at Baker Mansion. Attend a baseball game or football game in this family-friendly area.
Catch an event at Mansion Park Tennis Center during your trip to Altoona. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Explore the campus of Penn State Altoona during your visit to Altoona. Attend a baseball game or football game in this family-friendly area.
Catch an event at Peoples Natural Gas Field during your trip to Altoona. Attend a baseball game or football game in this family-friendly area.
