IRM is the largest railway museum in the United States. Located northwest of Chicago, we offer rides on steam, diesel, and electric trains.

The Illinois Railway Museum has four permanent webcams overlooking train operations, a webcam overlooking our CTC display board which shows the position of trains on our demonstration railroad, …

Calendar of public events, open days, and hours at the Illinois Railway Museum in Union, McHenry County, IL

Open dates, hours and admission info for the Illinois Railway Museum, open April through October, featuring numerous special events.

Plan your visit to IRM: from horse-drawn streetcars to million-pound steam locomotives, there's a LOT to see and do at the railway museum!

Apr 8, 2018 · The official website of the Illinois Railway Museum, America's Largest Railway Museum. Your guide to the current operating schedules and fares, directions to the museum, and a complete …

Find driving directions and public transportation information for the Illinois Railway Museum in Union, McHenry County, Illinois.

Nov 29, 2025 · Happy Holiday Railway is located at the Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road, Union IL 60180, located northwest of Elgin in McHenry County. Click here for driving directions.

Learn about all of the exhibits you can see at the museum, from interactive displays to historic railway equipment.

The Illinois Railway Museum has the largest collection of historic railway equipment in North America with over 500 pieces.