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Southern Arizona Transportation Museum

A small museum devoted to the history of the railroads in southern Arizona, housed in the historic Southern Pacific Railroad Depot. The star attraction is the Southern Pacific Railroad 1673 steam locomotive. Docents and volunteers available to answer questions about the locomotive on Saturdays. For other times, tours can be arranged upon request.

Address: 414 N Toole Ave
Getting there: next to the Amtrak station
Hours: T-Thu 11AM-3PM, Fri Sat 10AM-4PM, Sun 11AM-3PM, engine with cab visits Sat 10AM-1PM
Price: Free
Website: tucsonhistoricdepot.org (opens in a new tab)

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