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ALASKA STATE RAILWAY MUSEUM



Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad

Address: PO Box 84498, Fairbanks, AK, ALASKA, 99708 USA. Tel.: 907-488-3805 Toll Free:

Operating Porter 0-4-0-T, historic Engine #1 od theTVRR. Restored by the FTVRR in 1998 on its 100 birthday to operation at Pioneer Park Fairbanks, Alaska. Operated on special days during the summer. Under construction is a new railroad museum and engine shed expected completion in 2004 also at Pioneer Park.

Museum of Alaska Transportation and Industry

Address: P.O. Box 870646, Wasilla, ALASKA, 99687 USA. Tel.: (907) 376-1211 Toll Free:

More than 200 major artifacts include aircraft, construction and mining equipment, tractors and farm machinery, fishing boats, railroad locomotives and road vehicles. From manpower through the steam age, to modern aviation, descriptive signs let the machines tell the story of Alaska's development. An exhibit on Alaska's many railroads is housed in three W.W.II troop sleepers and a caboose. Expanded indoor gallery exhibits greet visitors year-round. Special summer events include the "Blast from the Past" and "Great Alaskan Antique Power Show." Atwood Park welcomes family and group picnics. Shop for items relating to the museum's collection. Volunteers are always welcome.




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