The Amazing Bay Area Garden Railroad Exhibit at Hiller Aviation
Live Steam Locomotives at Hiller Aviation Museum: A Day with the Bay Area Garden Railroad Society
Step into the world of classic railroading at the Hiller Aviation Museum on March 15, 2025, as the Bay Area Garden Railroad Society showcases its waist-high live steam track. This special event brings the charm of historic locomotives to life, giving visitors a close-up look at steam-powered model trains in action.
Experience the Magic of Live Steam Locomotives
Unlike modern electric model trains, these live steam locomotives are powered by butane-fueled fires that boil water to produce steam—just like full-sized locomotives have done for the past 180 years. As the steam builds up, it drives the pistons, propelling these beautifully crafted trains along the track. Visitors will be mesmerized by the sight and sound of these miniature steam engines, puffing clouds of steam as they move along the waist-high railway track.
See History in Motion
This event is a must-see for model train enthusiasts, history buffs, and families alike. With a variety of old-time steam locomotives running throughout the day, you’ll witness firsthand how steam power revolutionized transportation. Whether you’re a seasoned train hobbyist or a first-time viewer, the intricate details and smooth operation of these garden railway locomotives will captivate all ages.
Event Details
📅 Date: March 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Venue: Hiller Aviation Museum
🏢 Location: 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos
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This live steam locomotive exhibition is an unforgettable experience, bringing the magic of historic railways right to San Carlos. Don’t miss the chance to see these incredible steam engines in action—mark your calendar and join us at the Hiller Aviation Museum!
About Hiller Aviation Museum
The Hiller Aviation Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate museum, was opened to the public in 1998 by helicopter designer and inventor Stanley Hiller Jr. and features more than 50 aircraft from more than a century of aviation history. The museum is visited by over 108,000 people each year, including over 10,000 children from regional K-12 schools. Since opening, the museum has served over 1.7 million visitors. The Hiller Aviation Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
A unique cultural asset and lifelong learning resource for diverse communities in the San Francisco Bay Area, the Museum celebrates the spirit of discovery and innovation of aviation pioneers whose creativity made the dream of flight a reality. Core museum programs for youth are based on state and national academic standards and support K-12 school curricula in history and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), including interactive, hands-on programs developed in partnership with NASA.
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