Within the city's Edgerton R-Center is an historic model train room that dates back to 1950. The dazzling displays deftly depict Rochester and many of its natural and built landmarks, in all four seasons.
The Edgerton Model Railroad Room was launched on October 27, 1950, when Governor Thomas E. Dewey officially opened the "Model Railroad Heaven" with a ceremony that included his driving a miniature "golden spike" into the exhibit's track!
The Model Railroad Room was created at the tail end of Rochester and America's bustling train travel era. Although trains aren't as commonplace in Rochester as they were back then, the magic and mystique of trains persists for many--young, old, or in between. The Edgerton Model Railroad Room is a must see-- for train buffs, and for those who could be!
Open the last Saturday of each month 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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further information please follow the link to the Edgerton Model Train Clubsite or call Edgerton R-Center at 585-428-6769
Thanks to the volunteers of the Edgerton Model Railroad Club for stewarding this community treasure. Visit their website for "Lay Out Tour Dates"and to learn more about this Club, about the Railroad, and about the Room!
See a photo gallery of the Model Railroad Room
Download an Edgerton Model Railroad Room Brochure.
Take Transit to the Railroad Room
Use the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority's Google Trip Planner to get a bus to this Center
For more information
For information about schedule and tours, contact the Edgerton Community Center, 41 Backus Street, at (585) 428-6769.