Gold Coast Railroad Museum - Exhibits and Rides

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Operation Lifesaver

Exhibits and Rides

In addition to the railroad engines, cars, and equipment permanently on display at the Museum, there are special exhibits on display within our cars and/or buildings.

In addition, since we are an operating Museum using historic rail equipment, our "rides" are also working educational exhibits.

Special Exhibits

A new exhibit by U.S. Sugar is on display in the U.S. Army Hospital Car detailing the role of sugar and railroading in Florida's history.

Train Rides - "Edwin Link Children's Railroad"

Train rides on the "Edwin Link Children's Railroad", or Link train, are regularly offered on weekends at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. The rides are suitable for both children and adults and consist of a 20 minute ride on 2-foot gauge track. The cost is $2.25 per person, all ages.

Trains may run more frequently depending on crew availability and ridership. Trains may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

The Link train is available for birthday parties, groups, and special events, with advance notice.

Train Rides - Standard Gauge Coach

Standard Gauge train rides using Diesel Equipment with the air-conditioned "Belle Glade" passenger coach are offered each Saturday and Sunday.

The cost is $5.50 per person, all ages, for a 20 minute ride. Train departs once each operating day at 2:00 p.m.

Dates and times subject to change, crew, and equipment availability. Please call ahead to confirm availability.

Cab Rides - Standard Gauge

ACL 1804 Cab Standard Gauge "Cab Rides" using Diesel-Electric locomotives are often available on weekends. This unique experience places guests in the operating cab of a locomotive with the engineer to experience the feel and operation of a diesel-electric locomotive. During the ride, crewmembers will detail the history and operation of the locomotive used as well as describe the importance of the Museum grounds in Florida's history.

The cost is $11.00 per person, all ages, for a 20 minute ride. Cab rides depart generally on the half hour when operating. Seating is very limited (2-6 persons depending on active locomotive). In addition, guests must be able to climb steep locomotive stairs/ladders and be willing to ride in an environment without air-conditioning.

Cab ride availability is not scheduled, nor guaranteed, and is subject to crew and equipment availability.

Please call ahead to check availability.

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