Images of Limon Railroad Depot
This museum is closed temporarily.
Limon Railroad Depot and its collection
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The Limon Railroad Depot, located in Limon, Colorado, was a significant station for both the Union Pacific and Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. This historic site has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2003, marking its importance in the history of American railroads.
Limon Railroad Depot Today
Today, the Limon Railroad Depot is part of the Limon Heritage Museum and Railroad Park. It stands as one of the seven remaining Rock Island Line stations in Colorado and is the only one that has been restored. Visitors can explore this historic site and gain a deeper understanding of its role in the state's railroad history.
Inside the Limon Heritage Museum and Railroad Park
The Limon Railroad Depot now houses the Limon Heritage Museum and Railroad Park, a large historical museum that offers a glimpse into the past. The Railroad Park features a Union Pacific caboose, a model railroad layout of the 1940s Limon Yard, and a 1914 dining car, providing visitors with a unique and immersive historical experience.
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