East Troy Railroad Museum

East Troy Railroad Museum The East Troy Railroad Museum operates on the last remaining piece of the original interurban elect
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Located in East Troy, WI, just 20 minutes from the resort area of Lake Geneva, WI, the East Troy Electric Railroad operates 10-mile round trip excursions from its historic depot and museum to the turn of the century-styled terminal at the renowned Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago, WI. The railroad and adjoining museum are home to over 20 rail treasures including open cars, locomotives, streetcars and i

nterurban coaches. The railroad also operates the only electric interurban dining car train in North America recreating the luxury that patrons once enjoyed when life seemed to pass by a little slower. The East Troy Electric Railroad is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization run by volunteers committed to the operation and preservation of historic trolleys and interurban railcars. All proceeds and sales benefit the education and preservation work of this museum.

Behind the Scenes Sunday!This unique photo shows several amazing new volunteers on a motorman training run yesterday! Th...
06/07/2026

Behind the Scenes Sunday!

This unique photo shows several amazing new volunteers on a motorman training run yesterday!

The role of operator is key to the operation of our 7-mile railroad, and is one of many opportunities we offer! Interested in learning to operate these historic trains yourself? Learn more at easttroyrr.org/volunteer-with-us

Starting tomorrow, we will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! The summertime is a great time for an unforgettable tro...
06/04/2026

Starting tomorrow, we will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! The summertime is a great time for an unforgettable trolley ride!

See the full schedule: easttroyrr.org

šŸ“… This Day in History: June 4, 1918On this date, North Shore Line Car 162 was involved in a bizarre accident in North Ch...
06/04/2026

šŸ“… This Day in History: June 4, 1918

On this date, North Shore Line Car 162 was involved in a bizarre accident in North Chicago, Illinois, where the tracks of the North Shore Line and the Chicago & North Western crossed.

Car 162 nearly stopped in time, barely touching the left drive rod of a small C&NW steam-powered switch engine. However, power was still being applied to the steam locomotive, and the moving drive rod locked onto the front of Car 162, causing the locomotive and its tender to gently tip over.

While there were only minor injuries to the C&NW crew and limited damage to Car 162, the steam locomotive itself was heavily damaged.

Support the museum's restoration of Car 162, ride the rails, and experience living history for yourself: https://www.easttroyrr.org/

How It Was Wednesday!Several of our historic Chicago South Shore and South Bend interurban cars are becoming centenarian...
06/03/2026

How It Was Wednesday!

Several of our historic Chicago South Shore and South Bend interurban cars are becoming centenarians this year! Car 9 is among them, built in 1926 by the Pullman Car and Manufacturing Company in 1926.

šŸ“ø This historic image, captured on January 17, 1976, shows Car 9 in Michigan City, Indiana. Sean Bowen collection.

Are you looking for a way to boost volunteer hours, make new friends, and help out on a unique historic railroad? Anyone...
06/02/2026

Are you looking for a way to boost volunteer hours, make new friends, and help out on a unique historic railroad? Anyone 14-years-old and up can volunteer at the East Troy Railroad Museum!

Thereā€™s a million ways to help out, from driving trains and working into the depot to marketing and finance! It takes a team working every day of the week to keep ETRM running! Whether you can volunteer once a month or every day, your hard work will go towards preserving something that matters (while having lots of fun, of course)!

> easttroyrr.org/volunteer-with-us

Thereā€™s nothing better than great weather and an amazing trolley ride through the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside! Our...
05/30/2026

Thereā€™s nothing better than great weather and an amazing trolley ride through the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside!

Our historic volunteer-run trolley cars are running today and tomorrow! Thatā€™s right: Sunday rides on the East Troy Railroad begin THIS SUNDAY!

ā˜€ļø Spend part of your Saturday celebrating Milwaukeeā€™s electric railway history at Milwaukee Day on June 27th.Throughout...
05/29/2026

ā˜€ļø Spend part of your Saturday celebrating Milwaukeeā€™s electric railway history at Milwaukee Day on June 27th.

Throughout the day, guests can ride beautifully restored streetcars and interurban cars while learning how Milwaukeeā€™s once massive electric railway network connected communities across southeastern Wisconsin. Inside the East Troy Depot, youā€™ll also find operating model railroads, historic displays, kid-friendly activities, and rare railway work equipment on display.

Your ticket is good all day, so you can hop aboard as many rides as youā€™d like and take your time exploring everything the event has to offer šŸšŽ

Plan your visit: https://www.easttroyrr.org/milwaukee-day1.html

šŸ½ļø Make Fatherā€™s Day weekend one to remember with a dinner aboard our historic train.Settle in inside vintage dining car...
05/27/2026

šŸ½ļø Make Fatherā€™s Day weekend one to remember with a dinner aboard our historic train.

Settle in inside vintage dining cars and enjoy a full evening experience, starting with drinks at the Depot before boarding. As the train travels through the countryside, each course is served right at your table, from a Wisconsin cheese and sausage board to a Bavarian pork chop entrƩe, finished with a slice of Elegant Farmer apple pie.

Between courses, take in the views, stretch your legs during a short stop near Lower Phantom Lake, and enjoy after-dinner drinks on the return trip. Itā€™s a relaxed, memorable way to celebrate Dad.

šŸšŽ Reserve your table for Saturday, June 20th: https://www.easttroyrr.org/dinner-trains.html

šŸš‹ Starting to plan your summer? Regular train rides are running, and itā€™s a great time to hop aboard and explore!Travel ...
05/25/2026

šŸš‹ Starting to plan your summer? Regular train rides are running, and itā€™s a great time to hop aboard and explore!

Travel along the historic East Troy Electric Railroad, with departures from both the East Troy Depot and The Elegant Farmer. Ride through the countryside, listen to stories from the conductor, and enjoy stops along the line, including the chance to visit Lower Phantom Lake or browse at The Elegant Farmer.

Starting in June, trains run Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Your ticket is a day pass, so you can ride as much as youā€™d like!

Plan your trip and view the full schedule!
https://www.easttroyrr.org/summer-schedule-and-tickets.html

Behind the Scenes Sunday!Our volunteers had a great time last night hosting our first-ever North Shore Line Night Photo ...
05/24/2026

Behind the Scenes Sunday!

Our volunteers had a great time last night hosting our first-ever North Shore Line Night Photo Shoot! Itā€™s true dedication and passion which makes things like this happen. Itā€™s really incredible to see elements of history come together to create something amazing!

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2002 Church Street
East Troy, WI
53120

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