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Coming of Age During the War: Reminiscences of an Albuquerque Hispana

Posted on February 18, 2024

By Carmen Chavez At the time, I was a first-semester senior at Albuquerque High School. The railroad had transferred my father and family from Amarillo, Texas. We moved into Barelas, a predominantly Hispanic neighborhood on South Fourth Street near the railroad shops. The war brought many changes to our neighborhood. When the war mobilization began,…

WHEELS Museum Winter 2024 Newsletter

Posted on January 5, 2024

WHEELS Museum Winter 2023 Newsletter Wheels Museum is a non-profit, volunteer run organization. We very much would like to be open for more hours, but we need more volunteers to be able to do so. If you are interested call Leba or Janet at (505) 243-6269. The Wheels Museum, Inc. is a 501C3 non-profit community…

Setting the Standard: The Fred Harvey Company and Its Legacy

Posted on December 29, 2023

Will Rogers noted that Fred Harvey “kept the West in food—and wives.” But the company’s Harvey Girls are by no means its only legacy. From the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway’s 1879 arrival in New Mexico to the 1970 demolition of Albuquerque’s Alvarado Hotel, the Fred Harvey name and its company’s influence have been…

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BREAKING BAD & BETTER CALL SAUL FANS — A PIECE OF TELEVISION HISTORY HAS ARRIVED! 🚨Now you can see a piece of history up close and personal!The iconic Aztek used in Better Call Saul, Season 6, Episode 11, will be on display at the Wheels Museum in Albuquerque starting TODAY! 🚗🎬And that’s not all! You can also see the actual set RV used in Better Call Saul! 🚐These are incredible pieces of New Mexico television history, and now YOU have the chance to see them in person!🔥 What are you waiting for? Get down to the Wheels Museum and experience a little Hollywood magic right here in Albuquerque!🎥 Breaking Bad | Better Call Saul | New Mexico Film History#BetterCallSaul #BreakingBad #WheelsMuseum #Albuquerque #NewMexicoFilm #BreakingBadRVTours #FilmHistory #VisitAlbuquerque ...

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Today, we celebrated the life of David Estes.David was always walking through the doors of WHEELS Museum with incredible ideas, finding creative ways to bring together his love of art and railroad history. His imagination was endless, and his enthusiasm was contagious.David was always eager to share his talents and spread joy through creativity. His latest collaboration with WHEELS was at our Route 66: Roads and Rails Festival, where, in true David fashion, he brought smiles to children’s faces by making disco ball mobiles with them.David loved WHEELS, and WHEELS loved him right back. His kindness, creativity, and joyful spirit will always be part of WHEELS. ...

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   Mary Kight 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  A lot of cool items and history.  And a lot of volunteers willing to share knowledge.  It is only open until noon, so don't go late.
  
 
 
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   Elizabeth 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  This is an amazing museum with super friendly volunteers. Currently it is free to enter but you can donate. There are several areas set up for little kids in addition to the amazing displays for all ages.

I highly recommend going all the way to the back and working your way back to the entrance. They have several model trains setups with incredible detail. A ride on train which is so fun for kids and adults alike. Several old cars and buggies, a full train car to explore, a cute camper you can rock back and forth, and several other displays and exhibits. So many model cars of all different kinds.  A highlight of our trip to Albuquerque for sure. Don't miss this awesome place!
  
 
 
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   Douglas Abbott 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  We arrived after closing. We received a tour from a wonderful woman who has a office in the same building. It was wonderful she new alot of the history.
  
 
 
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   Jacqueline Sainick 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  We absolutely love this place. It is run off of donations. They have wonderful volunteers that are always eager to help explain anything. There are spots where kids can play with toy trains, ride a small train, and watch model trains go.
  
 
 
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   Deborah Riehl 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Lots of rail road history, but not limited to that. Good stop.
  
 
 
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   Saul Martinez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  VERY COOL !
LOTS OF HISTORICAL PICTURES !
  
 
 
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   stretch avery 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Amazing place, run on donations. Volunteers are amazing and extremely knowledgeable.
  
 
 
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   Crystal Bubb 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  We had the most amazing time a few weeks back and will definitely be visiting again and again

Railyard Worker Commemorative Plaques. Honor a loved one who worked on the railroad, honor a WHEELS volunteer or honor the WHEELS Museum. WHEELS is now selling plaques with name plates for $100.00 per name. Keep the memory of these people alive in perpetuity with a gorgeous wooden plaque with brass name plate. Thank those who made our city and state successful, built the railroad, continue to work to preserve our history and create our future. The plaques will be displayed in the Community Room at WHEELS.

Please call (505) 243-6269 for more information.