$8,273 raised by 25 donors
8% complete
$100,000 Goal
The Museum of the American Railroad offers indoor and outdoor experiences for visitors and students of North Texas! With a collection of over 60 pieces of life-sized railroad rolling stock, visitors and students are able to actually climb aboard pieces of American history while learning about the effect the railroads had on the movement of people and goods, the spread of cultures, the evolution of technology and more. The Museum also recently opened a new indoor exhibit called TrainTopia which is a 2,500 sq. ft. model train layout inside the Frisco Discovery Center. TrainTopia is a wonderful teaching tool and tourist attraction for the Museum. It appeals to everyone ages 1 to 101. The Museum's trains and model trains allow us to educate the public and surrounding school districts and remain a relevant attraction in the North Texas market.
The Museum of the American Railroad is currently seeking funding to construct an events pavilion.
Imagine a place where the past meets the present, where history comes alive, and where communities gather to celebrate our rich heritage. That place is the Museum of the American Railroad, a beacon of pride and a cultural hub reminiscent of the bustling train stations of the past.
Today, we are reaching out with an opportunity to enrich our museum and enhance its impact on our community. We envision a new Events Pavilion - the first of many versatile spaces that will showcase our remarkable collection and serve as vibrant venues for events and gatherings.
This simple 40 ft. x 120 ft. new pavilion allows us to create a dynamic gathering space where students, families, friends, and neighbors can come together to learn, connect, and celebrate! With the new tracks laid, walkways in, and visitors coming from far and wide, this will be the first of several new public spaces. It will be more than just a structure with the historic trains as a dramatic backdrop – it will be a catalyst for unity and camaraderie and the beginning of bigger things to come.
We need help to achieve this vision. We need your support to turn this dream into reality. Your generous financial contributions will fund the construction of the pavilion and ensure that our museum remains a vital part of our community for generations.
Together, let's build more than just a pavilion. Let’s build a legacy - a legacy of connection, celebration, and pride in our shared heritage. Join us in creating a space where the past meets the future and where memories that last a lifetime are made.
Thank you for your consideration and your commitment to preserving our history and enriching our community.
Founded in 1963, the Museum of the American Railroad is a non-profit Texas corporation dedicated to celebrating the heritage and exploring the future of railroads through historic preservation, research, & educational programming. The museum collects artifacts and archival material from the railroad industry to exhibit and interpret their significance in American life and culture. Educational programs are available to schools and universities through study trips, in-class programming & outreach.
The Museum of the American Railroad is currently seeking funding to construct a much-needed events pavilion which would serve as picnic space for school field trips, events space, and multi-use space for visitors during public programming.
The Museum of the American Railroad is dedicated to actively pursuing diversity in leadership, programming, exhibits, collections interpretation, and events which advance inclusion and racial equality in the North Texas community and beyond.
We are committed to exploring American railroad history and technology through programming which focuses on the diverse workforces that built rail lines, the individuals that worked in the rail industry at large, the people that rode the rails, the communities that sprang up because of the railroad, and the diverse cultural exchanges that took place because of the freedom of movement brought about by the railroad.
The Museum is also committed to engaging in dialogue and employing programming, interpretation and exhibits that address inequality, injustice, and racism throughout history. The Museum will continue to work closely with other North Texas cultural institutions and experts to present broader, more inclusive interpretation of railroad history, oftentimes using the Museum's collection as tangible examples.
The Museum is grateful for the opportunity to use its collections as teaching tools that will help work toward a more just, equal society.
Organization name
Museum of the American Railroad
Causes
Arts & Humanities
Operating Budget
$100,000 - $249,999
Counties Served
Collin
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Address
6455 Page Street