Wheels Museum & Rail Yard Events – Page 12 – WHEELS Museum

Can you help identify the men who worked in the Santa Fe Shops?

Posted on November 2, 2023November 3, 2023

We have a photo of many of the men who worked in the shops. Sadly, they’re gone now, but we are hoping family members may be able to identify them. Santa Fe Shops Albuquerque, New Mexico circa 1940’s my grandfather Meliton is somewhere in this picture. Courtesy of Meliton Martinez More. Another photo of men…

COFFEE AND CULTURE

Posted on October 23, 2023October 23, 2023

COFFEE AND CULTURE – OCTOBER 21 & 22, 2023 A SantaFe.com podcast hosted by Richard Eeds with Leba Freed, the Founder of The Wheel’s Museum @ The Railyard in Albuquerque’s Barelas District. COFFEE AND CULTURE

Lionel Polar Express model train set give away

Posted on September 23, 2023September 25, 2023

The Rio Grande Chapter of the TCA has partnered with the Wheels Museum to help with the operation of the O gauge display in the museum. We are dedicated to the preservation of toy trains and the history that these items preserve. We also enjoy the operation of those trains both old and new. This…

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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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CNM is a WHEELS partner at the Railyard! ...

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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.