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 The Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum is dedicated to promoting a public understanding of the railroad-related activities in the general area of Hagerstown, Maryland by restoration, preservation, entertainment and education.
The principal goals of the museum include:
- Preservation and restoration of the historic railway equipment, including steam and diesel locomotives, passenger cars, freight cars and other rolling stock.
- Establishment of a tourist railway line operating on a regular basis.
- Promotion of commuter and AMTRAK service for Hagerstown and the region.
- Public education as to the energy efficiency and ongoing value of rail transport.
- Promotion of a network of modern, high-speed passenger trains for North America.
- Development of outbuildings for restoration and display.
- Public enjoyment of railroading through exhibits, trips, lectures and other media.
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Museum Displays & Railroad Memorabilia include:
- Pictures, lights, lanterns, bells, whistles, tools etc.
- Railroad Library and Research Room
- Railroad layouts
- Complete Gift Shop with railroad related items
- Special School Children and Civic Organization Programs
- Picture displays of local railroad facilities
- Home of the Hagerstown Chapter, National Railroad Historical Society
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