Twin City Model Railroad Museum
| Address: | 668 Transfer Rd #8, St Paul, MN 55114, USA |
| Phone: | +1 651-647-9628 |
| Site: | tcmrm.org |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
| Working: | 10AM–3PM 10AM–3PM Closed Closed Closed 10AM–5PM 12–5PM |
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Matt Uhlman
We found this spot after a friend had heard out it and it was a phenomenal place to go hang out with our little guys. Located on the second floor of a relatively non-descript building, there lies a great place for your little guys/gals to check out some sweet train sets and play with a bunch of train toys that they may already have at home, but that seem more exciting because theyre somewhere else! Upon entering, youre greeted by a very nice chap who points out the goings on in the, main room. Entry is $8 for adults and free for 3 and under, which currently works well for us. The train they have set up is rather impressive and takes up about 80% of the large room you enter into. Just after entering, they have three Thomas the train tables set up with more cars to play with than you can shake a stick at! There are plenty of Thomas sets for sale as well in case you dont have enough at home! After looking around in the main room youre directed to a large building across street that houses another 8 tracks and 3 more Thomas sets. A number of these sets are interactive and while theyre primarily just making the trains go faster and slower, its a nice change for the kiddos. The sets are pretty comprehensive and while I dont know much about model trains, the dudes here do and are excited about sharing their enthusiasm. Worth checking out for train enthusiasts young and old!
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John Guertin
This place is very cool. I have been a fan of Model trains since I was young and was looking forward to going here. I didnt know some of the sets were going to be interactive. With that being said, some of the interactive buttons didnt work. Thats the reason I gave it a four out of five stars. I would STILL recommend this place for anyone who wants a fun afternoon with their kids. My kids loved it. The staff there is great. Very Friendly and love to talk trains. I got more information than I thought I would. Definitely going to return!!
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A Private User
We brought our 20 month old son. We weren't sure how he'd like it, but he loved it. They have 3 tables of Thomas for the kids to play with, plus a perch for the little ones to stand on to see the models better. The toy train division was good too. He liked running the toys. Would be great for all ages.
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M H
Not quite what I expected, but it was very fun for my two year old. A lot of interactive play, buttons to push, train tables... Other kids are having fun too... They just happen to be setting stuff up while we are here, so not the best upfront presentation
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goodnewsminnesota
This is a pic from the previous location (Bandana Square). I took my 4 year old nephew here back in 2010 and he loved it so much. Its a great place for kids and get them out of the house playing video games.
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Zac Kamm
As of this writing, theyre still getting set up. Still, the trains and displays are almost endlessly interesting to look at, especially for kids. Model Railroad fans will find it delightful.
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Darci Rose
My 3 year old son loves this place. They let the kids interact with the trains and exhibits quite a bit. The train tables set up in the back is his favorite place to hang out.
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Trent Schulte
Many model train displays. The only knack I can say is some displays are under construction or buttons dont work. However staff is friendly and displays are beautifully done.
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Javier Cabral
Para pasar un momentito familiar muy agradable con las maquetas de trenes
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Duane LaDuke
Museum was nice and interesting but much smaller than I expected for some reason. Would be a great place to bring kids as they have multiple hands on exhibits as well.
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Gary Robinson
Went in just because we were in the same building. Needs some TLC. Must have been nice at one time. I think for a model train builder the massive size is still nice.
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Grandpa Choo Choo
I like going on Mondays when most other places are closed. Lots for all ages to see and do. Find the new larger space much better, parking easier and easy access.
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Ann Peterson
Fantastic model RR. Best model of the famous Stone Arch bridge ever! Always staffed by knowledgeable people willing to give individual attention. Highly recommend
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Dan Larsen
I like the new space, it is very open. All in one place. The kids loved that they could control some of the trains. Great place to visit.
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Bryan Neal
Great for the whole family. We come every time we are in Minneapolis. 2 kids 3 and 6 and they LOVE it! Very catering to children.
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A Private User
I Loved it!! It was very interesting! My fiance, Cy, I believe has gotten me into trains now. We both got many pictures.
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David Ronken
They have a really nice O scale model railroad of the twin cities. Plus they have other scales and trains for kids to run.
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Mike Kidwell
My son LOVES the "train museum"! Tons of cool setups and trains to look at - just a great place for a great price.
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Darren Johnston
I preferred the old location, but the volunteers are gradually building the new displays. Kids love it here.
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Heather Jelinek
Great place to take kids that love trains. Especially night train exhibit during the holidays.
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Pete Arnold
Super friendly people there. They are all excited about trains and great with children.
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Patrick McTie
Great spot to see some really neat train layouts, and some history of the hobby.
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Wu Weiwei
My son cant get over this place at all! Full of fun for kids who like trains.
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Sese Spiyee
I really enjoyed the night train exhibit. This is a very kid friendly venue.
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Bob Russell
The new space is fantastic. Much easier to get around than Bandana Square.
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Brent Evanger
We love to visit the Model Train museum. Great fun for the whole family!
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mark sminesvik
There are opportunities for children to interact with the displays.
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DJ Welteroth
Great history. Kids can be interactive too. My grandson loved it.
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conrad fenstermaker
I love model trains and I think its just awesome, great detail!
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Thomas Juenemann
Great scale model of St Anthony Falls during the milling era
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Cristian Arias
Pretty cool you can control some of the trains
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Jordan Hamilton
Nice variety of interactive train sets
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Todd Hein
This an awesome place to visit!
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Cesar Ramirez
A fun and good place yo visit!
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TJ McMullen III
Unique experience for sure.
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Scott Mueller
The kid had a blast
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Gunnar Anderson
Amazingly fun.
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