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Wheels Museum

6 days ago

WHEELS Museum will be open on Saturday and Sunday, September 26–27, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM during New Mexico Railroad Days! Visitors can enjoy:● Cab tours of AT&SF 2926, Albuquerque’s restored 1944 steam locomotive● Speeder rides● Historic locomotives and railroad equipment● New Mexico Rail Runner Express equipment● Touch-A-Truck displays● WHEELS Museum open Saturday and Sunday● New Mexico Operation Lifesaver railroad safety activities and education● Railroad museums, historical organizations, and preservation groups● Public agency and community exhibits● Children’s activities and hands-on experiences● Food trucks● Craft and commercial vendors● Opportunities to meet the volunteers preserving New Mexico’s railroad history● Fun for the whole familyAdditional participating organizations, equipment, and activities will be announced as Railroad Days approaches. Visit New Mexico Heritage Rail for more updates!Albuquerque South Rail Yards1300 2nd Street SWAlbuquerque, NMAdmission and activities: FREE#wheelsmuseum #steamlocomotive #abqevents #ABQToDo #abq #abqthingstodo #ThingsToDoABQ #abqrailyards ... See MoreSee Less

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Wheels Museum is with New Mexico United.

1 week ago

⚽ WHEELS Museum is teaming up with New Mexico United!Join us for an upcoming match on September 26th and cheer on the team while supporting WHEELS. The museum receives 20% of every ticket sold through this special offer, with proceeds going directly toward expanding our museum space. Your support will help the WHEELS Museum create room for new exhibits, enhance the visitor experience, and continue preserving the history and culture that our community values. 🎟️ Purchase your tickets here:newmexicoutd.group/WHEELSBe sure to use our special link so your purchase benefits WHEELS. Let’s pack the stands and cheer on New Mexico United together! 💛🖤#wheelsmuseum #newmexicounited #SomosUnidos #CommunitySupportingCommunity #Albuquerque #supportlocal #abqevents #thingstodowithkidsabq #abqthingstodo #abqoutdoorevents #ThingsToDoInABQ ... See MoreSee Less

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Wheels Museum

2 weeks ago

There’s something for everyone this August at WHEELS Museum! Explore Route 66 history, ham radio, poetry, Slinkys, heliographs, personal stories, and much more through a full month of fascinating presentations and hands-on experiences.Admission is FREE. Mark your calendars, invite a friend, and join us at the Albuquerque Rail Yards!#WHEELSMuseum #AlbuquerqueEvents #ThingsToDoInABQ #InterestingthingstodoinABQ #ABQ #Albuquerque #ABQwithkids #AlbuquerqueRailYards #Route66 #Hamradio #Poetry ... See MoreSee Less

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Storytime at the Wheels Museum

August 13, 2026 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Wheels Museum 1100 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: (505) 243-6269 Admission is Free, but donations are gladly accepted.

Storytime at the Wheels Museum

August 13, 2026 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Wheels Museum 1100 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: (505) 243-6269 Admission is Free, but donations are gladly accepted.

Dr. Donatella Davanzo - Mapping the Authentic Mother Road

August 15, 2026 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join Dr. Donatella Davanzo for a visual journey along New Mexico’s Route 66. Through photographs and annotated maps explore historic landmarks, Green Book sites, iconic architecture, roadside characters and the diverse cultures that continue to shape the Mother Road. Wheels Museum 1100 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: (505) 243-6269 Admission is Free, but...

Poetry at the Rail Yards

August 15, 2026 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join us for Poetry at the Rail Yards, an open mic event where poets of all ages and experience levels are welcome to share their voice. Come share a poem or simply listen and enjoy the creativity of our community. Wheels Museum 1100 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: (505) 243-6269 Admission is Free,...

Santa Fe Railroad Shops Are Big Factor in Citg’s Business
Albuquerque ProgressBusiness News of Our City and VicinityFebruary, 1948 Probably the nearest approach to a large industrial payroll in this non-industrial city is the $252,000.00 paid monthly to the 995...
Route 66 New Mexico Magazine
Trains, planes, automobiles, tractors, bicycles, a Segway and much more.By Gary Herron The 21,000-square-foot WHEELS Museum is at 1100 2nd SW, just 0.7 mile south of Central Avenue, Railroad Avenue...
New Mexico Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series
Monthly historical lecture series for Route 66 Centennial in 2026 in and near Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA. Sponsored by Albuquerque Historical Society, East Mountain Historical Society, Historic Albuquerque, Inc., Los Ranchos Historical Society. Support...

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.