“We have a photo of many of the men who worked in the shops. They’re on a locomotive, and we would love to identify the men,” said Leba Freed, the president of the WHEELS Transportation Museum in Albuquerque. “Sadly, they’re gone now, but we are hoping many of the family members would be able to…
Wheels Museum & Rail Yard Events
Wheels Museum Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series List
Wheels Museum1100 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102Phone: (505) 243-6269 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.mAdmission is Free, but donations are gladly accepted. See the WHEELS Museum Events Calendar for current schedule. Download list 1/24/2026 – Hazel LathropTijeras Canyon – Five Miles of Road and Hundreds of StoriesTijeras Canyon with Tijeras at the east end and…
UNM Retirees Enjoy Inspiring Presentation on Local History
A lovely group of UNM retirees gathered for a special event featuring an engaging presentation by Leba Freed on the history, present, and future of the Rail Yards & Wheels Museum. The gathering offered a meaningful opportunity for connection, learning, and reflection on the cultural significance of this important community institution.