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Railway Museum of British Columbia

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The Railway Museum of British Columbia in Squamish preserves the province's rail history with a collection of vintage locomotives, passenger cars, and railway artifacts. Visitors can walk through restored trains, see a working turntable, and explore exhibits on the role of railways in building BC. The museum is set in a historic rail yard, offering a hands-on look at the golden age of rail travel.

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  • Climb aboard restored steam and diesel locomotives from the early 20th century
  • Watch the operating turntable rotate locomotives
  • Browse exhibits of railway tools, signals, and memorabilia

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Ways to visit Railway Museum of British Columbia

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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