Don Newlon “Owning a Model T”

Date:

March 1, 2025

Time:

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Don Newlon: “Owning a Model T”

Don is a WHEELS Volunteer and will talk about all the experiences about owning and driving a Model T. Questions and discussion is welcome and encouraged.

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

Wheels Museum

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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.

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⚽ 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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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.

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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.