Our whole family loves the OK Railway Museum. The train rides they offer are great for kids and adults alike. My kids love passing the other trains during the ride. Try the open air car- it’s the best! Walking around the train crash is also very fun as you can typically go in several of them (The inside of the cars is closed right now due to COVID), but even just walking around the outside of them was super exciting for our kids. This is a fun, unique thing to do in OKC!
They have lots of cool events. Kids love riding the holiday trains and when Thomas visits.
This is a great place for your kids and get an authentic train ride.like they did back in the old day leading up to Christmas theyre going to have a Christmas display you should go see it
I was really looking forward to this visit, but I was sorely disappointed. All the train exhibits were closed due to COVID, and they didnt mention specifics on their website. The train ride itself was pretty underwhelming too. We wouldnt have purchased tickets online had they been more specific. I doubt Ill visit again.
Staff here is incredible! They were over the top kind and knowledgeable. We will for sure be back soon.
This is very small, but great for little and those interested in trains. For my little one who is obsessed with Thomas the train, this was the perfect way to spend a Saturday morning.
My family and I greatly enjoyed the train ride and museum. The ride was very informational, with beautiful views of the Lincoln Park golf course on half. They offer open cars or air conditioned cars. Theres plenty of exhibits for the kids to check out, and a small playground. The gift shop was very reasonably priced, and had some pretty cool stuff.
While on a business trip to Oklahoma myself and a co-worker had some spare time and wanted to see something interesting. We found the museum, and thought we give it a shot!So glad we did! When arrived, the museum admin greeted us at the entrance. She told us about the history of the place, the trains and what there is to see. The lady was so passionate about the museum, which is great!We had a look around all the train carriages. It was a Thursday so no trains were running, but that was OK with me! The whole museum was very well layed out. Theres a lot of cool equipment around to see. The restored station house from Oakwood, Oklahoma is in brilliant condition and houses the museum shop.Some of the trains and coaches are open, some are closed. Its a really nice place to visit, and something there for every generation. If Id live a bit closer Id volunteer!Would go again and recommend to everyone!Set aside a couple of hours if the trains are not running.:-)
My family visited here for something fun for the kids, but honestly I think I enjoyed it just as much if not more than they did and they loved it.It was neat to see the old engines and train cars, as well as getting to go through some and see a little bit of history.The toy train setup was great, the kids had never seen one that large with all the details.Everyone we met working there was friendly and full of information, it was easy to tell they enjoyed what they were doing!Definitely worth a trip, and something Im sure well make our way back to at some point.
This museum/historical playground is THE BEST. Its not one of Pcs better known attractions buy totally worth it. The Day Out With Thomas event is awesome. The staff are all volunteer and passionate about their duty here. Kids love the place.
We took our kids on The Polar Express over Christmas. My 11 and 8 year old absolutely loved it. My 15 year old liked it more than he would let on. Its an expensive event but very memorable. The museum itself looked very interesting with lots of old equipment and memorabilia. Hope to travel back there this summer and see all they offer during the regular season
There is really nothing to see here except bunch of old rusty wagons and locomotives. One of them is air-conditioned and you can go inside the rest is closed and only walking pass them.
First time to experience riding a train. Grandkids loved it. Wish more of the museum part were open, but it stillade for a wonderful visit.
This is a very interesting museum. If you love the history of trains and model trains this is the place for you! People that run it are very nice and informative. And its free!
We went to the Polar express train here as a family and it was so magical and well done. My 3 year old niece about died of happiness.
I liked it but most of the train cars were locked so couldn’t go in them but I’ll probably go back when the weather warms hope so hopefully they’ll be open then.Great collection of trains & looks like they have train cars you can rent for Birthday Parties & special events so that’s pretty neat if you know a train enthusiast. Admission to the museum was free but looks like they have events at other times that have ticket prices attached to them. I’ll try again later in the year when you can ride one of their trains. Still a fun place to check out on an afternoon
This place was amazing for kids. They perform the Polar Express Movie around Christmas time. They were phenomenal while performing. Would highly recommend. They give the kids the golden tickets, hot chocolate, and cookies all while performing. Amazing hands down.
The only reason I give it 4 stars is they didnt have any of the buildings open but were Open. Love the history and the trains themselves. Amazing!
Fun for the whole family and so much history in one place. I would highly recommend to anyone who loves a FREE and wonderful day out with the family!
I think this is a great place to take your kids. Especially if your kid is into trains. Which mine are. And the fact that its free is even better. And around December they have a train rides for the kids.
Wonderful time, kids loved the train ride.
A little bit small, but lots of trains! Pretty good for solely volunteer based company.If you love trains and their history then you will enjoy this place (which I assume is the point in a railway museum).I was expecting more however, the train ride was very slow and felt a little pointless, the play ground was really just a slide with swings, but I would NOT consider that miniature golf!
I came down from Missouri for the day with three year old son, and he absolutely loved! He went through every car and caboose at least three times, and we even rode the train twice. This is a pretty neat place, and you could tell the people here really love what they do. Thanks for the great day!
We went to the Halloween train ride from the Railway Museum. It was a great time, and our 2-year old loved it. Many adults wore costumes, and all of the kids. It was an event with many things to do, and it ran really smoothly.
A small but great place to go and visit. Walk through some of the cars still with original seating and debt forget to see the car that holds the large working train set. If you like trains you wont want to miss this little gem of a place up.
Weve been here for several events and its always been fun. We went for Polar Express most recently and it was a lot of fun. We really enjoyed the whole experience! Weve also gone to Day Out with Thomas and that was a lot of fun also. This is a great place to take your family!
If you like railroads dont miss this one
Are you a train enthusiast? Well, so am I. I felt like a kid again.
Train ride was entertaining, the crew were friendly. Santa spoke to each one of the children & there were a lot of them. Also liked that they had a warm place to wait before boarding the train.
We enjoyed the Railway Museum and the train ride. The kids, ages 5-11, enjoyed the model train, going inside the kabooses and the train ride.
Great people, nice exhibits, considering covid.
Very friendly knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend!!
My wife and I had a good time here. Her dad is a collector of model trains and we got to see the actual trains that he has models of. That was really cool
Great staff and operators. A pleasure for all ages. My favorite is annual Thomas the Train event.
Trains! Great place to take kids, or adults. Train ride, history, and adventure. Handicap accessible, can even get wheelchairs on the train for rides.
We attended the Halloween Train in October. While it was a blast, I think they could have added a bit more decor for the kids, and maybe some candy as well.
Great place get to walk around on the trains they have there. Also great people to talk to all very friendly I talked too. The place is free also they just ask for donations to help keep it running.
Oklahoma railway museum was a great place every parent needs to take their child just for the experience of days gone bye
Great experience...the operator was funny and very friendly.
Its not as big as we thought. It was neat to walk through a whole linked together train and view how each car used to be set up. The people are very friendly. Thomas Day was fun for my 2 year old.
Cool museum to see railroad history. My kids absolutely loved the visit!!!
Interesting seeing old railroad trains and such.
We had a great time. The air conditioned train car was nice and comfortable (consider a light sweater if you get chilled easily). The workers were friendly and we learned a lot. There are a few train cars that have exhibits inside - very interesting and informative. We will visit again! Its always enjoyable to support small museums.
Day Out With Thomas is the ultimate railway day for families! We had a great time!
Great place to learn and explore!
This is an amazing spot for kids and adults. Ill have some pics soon. But this place is open, without cost, to the public. (except train rides.) Theres a small play area if your kids get bored. The whole place is nicely kept and well maintained, the staff gives you a very warm family feel. I was impressed! The train ride was good, a straight shot one way then back the other. I took an open car with benches, next time Ill take one of the passenger seat cars. Theres also cars with thing like model trains that run, gift shop. Most importantly, there are cool trains! Definitely worth a membership!
We had a fantastic day with our train loving little one! He was happier than a kid in a candy store. We did the train ride as well and it just made his day!
Trains need more attention their the muscles of America
This is my second time visiting and it was just as good as the first time. I brought my grandson both times and he really enjoyed himself. There were various activities and exhibits. But, the best was the train ride.
Attended the Polar Express train excursion and experience. Would like to visit again with the boys during the day to get the whole experience..... pretty well laid out and maintained.
Okay for this one take your kids, take your friends kids, take your neighbours kids! This place is perfect for them, the more the merrier. Its mostly outdoor fun. Sadly I did not get the gift shop open. Oh, and there is no entry fee. You only pay if you ride.
It was cool climbing into some really old train cars. Very nice collection
1st visit. Its got some interesting exhibits and things to do. Great for all ages.
Loved it! 2 year old and me went. He is really into trains and found this fascinating. A guy gave us a tour and we got to go into most of the trains. They are well kept up and cool. There is a museum car that has old artifacts in it. Then another car with a working model train set. Very cool. Will def return.
We had the best time!!! Would recommend especially for the younger kids. They were so amazed the whole time and every single staff member made it their goal to make us feel welcome. The explained everything so well!!
This year was my familys 4th year to enjoy the Christmas train ride. Its a nice 40 min ride and we enjoy singing carols and the kids love getting to visit with Santa on the train. Theres also an opportunity to take your own photos with Santa after the train ride. Once the ride is over we head to the large indoor facility for hot chocolate and cookies. Its been a wonderful start to our holiday family celebrations.
Went for the Polar Express, had a great time. Would recommend everyone going, they do a great job entertaining everyone.
Neat little hidden place to take the family in OKC. Ride with Thomas was neat, but not nearly as long as I would have thought.
It was interesting and looking at the old train engines and and Passenger cars but there wasnt any one there to give information out or to ask I just wandered around the lot looking at the old times. They did have tents up like they have a food booths and tours but like I said there was no one around and it didnt cost me anything I did it was all open so I just wandered around and took a few pictures.
Went for the Polar Express experience... Its was AMAZING! Kids loved it
Went and rode on Thomas the train . My son had a blast. Cant wait to do the Polar Express with him in December. Lots of games for the kids, magic shows as well.
Want to give a shout out to the ORM, we had a birthday scheduled this weekend. With all the lockdown stuff we had to cancel and ORM gave us a full refund no questions asked.I encourage anyone to come out and visit the ORM, it’s a great little museum to get to see some neat trains and artifacts up close. Best of all is the free admission. Our 2 year old son would spend hours there if we let him.We look forward to rebooking with ORM once this craziness passes.
Here for Thomas. Grandkids loved it. They also enjoyed Lauras singing and interactive dancing and Marty the magician. Sir Topham hat is still scary for our three year old, but older sister enjoyed him. They also liked the model Railroad layouts, Thomas movie, golf, tattoos, bubbles and bouncy houses. There are two bouncy houses one was empty while we were here.
We rode the Thomas the train experience, it was fun for the little ones. A trip out and back on a single track. Lasted approximately 30 minutes. Pricey, but enjoyable
Cute place.
Took my grandkids to ride the train with the Easter Bunny. They enjoyed seeing the Bunny and getting an Easter Egg from him. The train ride was fun but there wasnt much to look at out the windows. At the train station there was more for the kids to do. Bouncy house, swing set, model train, birthday train if you would like to reserve it, gift shop and plenty of trains. It was a fun morning about 2 hours or so.
Great times. Fun place. Defiantly a hidden gem.
A fantastic group of people who love trains and people. A great place to volunteer and get connected to the rail history and trains!
We had a wonderful time on the Polar Express. My grandson loved it.
I have nothing but positive words! Amazing Staff, Fun Train Ride! LOVE LOVE LOVE! Check out all the trains because, you can walk through some of them! great place for Birthday parties!
Nothing like it anywhere in Oklahoma. Fun Museum. Train rides 1 and 3rd Saturdays. These men and women work hard to bring nice looking, well working trains to the public. Great people.
Our family did The Polar Express tonight and it was fabulous a performance singing on the train caroling hot chocolate snickerdoodles it was just amazing the singers were amazing the performance was amazing it was a genuine good signing time
Traveled from the St Louis area. Easy to find from the highway/street. Very interesting new museum.Easy to transverse even with all the storms recently. Excellent display of engines, passenger cars, etc.Enjoyed the experience! Hope to come back and find that it has explanded further.
Best experience ever! Such a wonderful evening at the POLAR EXPRESS
Had a good time at Thomas the Train event!!
We had a great time are kids loved it the staff was very friendly the lines moved very fast, it’s like a little carnival out there when they have Thomas the train.
Neat place to walk around and see the old trains!
Went on the Easter Express train ride. This is the best railroad museum i have visited. They also have a large model railroad and many train cars you can walk around inside. Would definitely recommend this to family and friends.
One of the best places to see and cover all things trains. From steam locomotives to todays diesel engine. Old Pullman cars and a dining car. Lots of caboose and on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays you can get a train ride. Great museum of the trains. Worth seeing and its free to explore here.
We had a great experience at the Polar Express Train Ride. It was a great family experience.
My son loves trains and he lost his mind. He had the time of his life.
We attended the Polar Express.. Everything was great!!
Great place for kiddos to see the trains up close and ride one too.
Went there for Thomas the Train special event which was fun. Otherwise not sure I would make a trip back without an event as it does not appear there is much there.
The main reason I stopped with 3 stars is because the current operation is simply too small. The model train exhibit, for one example, is cramped into half of a converted passenger car. Great one time attraction for singles and groups with a separate play area for kids. The model train exhibit would make it appealing as a repeat attraction, if it were in a larger space.
My three-year old loves it here-he ran around from train to train for two hours before we drag him away. The volunteer staff is amazing and the train ride was fun: it was the first time in a train for most of our family. Its outdoors and only open certain days, but its a great way to spend a morning and very unique. Zoos and childrens museums are everywhere, but I havent seen anything like this before.
If you like trains dont miss this
I love working here its so fun for kids and adults, lots of games and fun things to do
We went for the Polar Express train ride its pricey but we felt worth it. We will definitely do it again in the future.
Was not happy, really poor layout, staff not friendly at all, called before we went and was told was open but ALL exhibits were closed..
Always interested in history. The train car with the giant model is awesome
I loved the museum. Its free but they have a donation box. They are static displays of about half a dozen diesel locomotives and one steam engine. You can walk through a couple of passenger cars and cabooses. The cars have many pictures of Oklahoma celebrities and a few national ones as well. They have a lovely HO train layout in a baggage car that is very well done, and the kids can ring the bell of a steam loco or blow the horn of a diesel. On certain Saturdays they have short passenger train rides. As you enter, there is a display of a freight car truck (wheel sets) and the block of a diesel engine, which are fascinating for the mechanically inclined. There is plenty to see but its small enough to not be overwhelming. And you can schedule birthday parties for the children. A fun little museum.
Polar Express train ride was awesome, the show was terrific.
Polar Express was 5 stars!! Staff was excellent.
Great place for a half day trip. Small, but in a good way. Museum staff is great. Took the short train ride. It was perfect for a young child. The guides always have a story about trains and history. Entry is free, the train ride is 10 to 12 per person, kids 3 and under are free.