The East Troy Railroad Museum operates on the last remaining piece of the original interurban network which operated in Wisconsin. In 1939 the Milwaukee Electric Railway & Transit Company petitioned to abandon this segment of railroad due to lack of ridership. Since everything from gas to groceries came in to East Troy by our line, the Village passed a referendum to purchase this 7.5 mile stretch of track and overhead for freight purposes. The Village of East Troy operated the railroad until the year 1985, when it was leased to the Wisconsin Trolley Museum, which took over operation of the freight railroad. In 1995 the railroad was purchased by the Friends of East Troy Railroad, which became the East Troy Railroad Museum. Today, the East Troy Electric Railroad has 32 pieces of equipment with over 500 members worldwide, 110 active volunteers and almost 25,000 visitors each year! With your support, we can fulfill our mission to keep the interurban railroad history alive for generations to come!
The Experience
Step back in time when life was a little simpler. Our historic rail cars travel a 10-mile trip through beautiful Southeast Wisconsin. Board at either the depot in East Troy or at The Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago (see schedule). Meander through the depot museum where kids can be a trolley motorman, discover the joy of model layouts and learn about electricity. The gift shop features a unique selection of railroad souvenirs for all ages.
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. Your contributions are tax deductible as permitted by law.
What you should know:
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The Experience
Step back in time when life was a little simpler. Our historic rail cars travel a 10-mile trip through beautiful Southeast Wisconsin. Board at either the depot in East Troy or at The Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago (see schedule). Meander through the depot museum where kids can be a trolley motorman, discover the joy of model layouts and learn about electricity. The gift shop features a unique selection of railroad souvenirs for all ages.
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. Your contributions are tax deductible as permitted by law.
What you should know:
- Parking is FREE!
- Smoke-free trains run rain or shine
- You may board at either end (Elegant Farmer or East Troy Depot)
- Visa, Mastercard and Discover are accepted
- Public washrooms are available
- Train schedule, ticket prices & equipment subject to change without notice
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Board of Directors
Department Heads
Mission Statement
Projects
Volunteer
Car Roster -- our equipment
The East Troy Railroad Museum is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization run completely by volunteers.
Thank you for your support in our mission!
Department Heads
Mission Statement
Projects
Volunteer
Car Roster -- our equipment
The East Troy Railroad Museum is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization run completely by volunteers.
Thank you for your support in our mission!