Children's Museums
Lomita Railroad Museum
📍 2137 250th St, Lomita, CA 90717🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
About Lomita Railroad Museum
Museum devoted to steam train history. Museum exploring the history of steam trains, featuring engines & other cars, plus tours & events. The museum features a Southern Pacific Steam Locomotive and Tender from 1910, along with a 1913 Southern Pacific outside-braced wood box car, representing early 20th-century railroad engineering. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 311 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Railroad Museum
- Location
- Lomita, California
- Hours
- Friday-Sunday, 10 AM - 5 PM
- Admission
- Free
- Highlights
- Historic steam locomotives and vintage railroad cars from the golden age of steam
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features a Southern Pacific Steam Locomotive and Tender from 1910, along with a 1913 Southern Pacific outside-braced wood box car, representing early 20th-century railroad engineering
- Offers free admission and welcomes school groups and tours by reservation for pre-kindergarten through K-12, special needs organizations, and senior groups, making it highly accessible for educational purposes
- Features a library housed inside a caboose, providing a unique educational space that combines railroad history with literacy resources
- Maintains a collection of authentic railroad cars spanning different eras and purposes, including a 1923 Union Oil Tank Car and modern Santa Fe caboose, demonstrating the evolution of railroad transportation
💬 What Visitors Say
- Ask for Richard or other knowledgeable staff members when you arrive—multiple reviews highlight their exceptional hospitality and detailed knowledge about the railroad artifacts and museum history
- Plan for a short visit (1-2 hours)—this is intentionally a small, quaint museum perfect for a relaxed afternoon rather than an all-day experience
- Book a guided tour in advance if visiting with a school group or organized group (pre-K through K-12, senior groups, special needs organizations)—the museum offers reserved tour experiences
- Visit during community events or holiday gatherings like Christmas celebrations when the museum hosts special activities (face painting, art workshops, cooking demonstrations) that enhance the experience for families
- Bring children who are interested in trains and history—the outdoor caboose and locomotive are engaging and explorable for kids, and the free admission makes it budget-friendly for families
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