Arizona Railway Museum

The Arizona Railway Museum is a nonprofit historical organization aimed at the acquisition, restoration and preservation of railway equipment. Located in Chandler, the museum has obtained over 30,000 artifacts dated as the early 1900’s, including classic rail cars, open cabooses, multiple engines, track tools and much more. The attraction is open every weekend from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are highly appreciated.

Maricopa Live Steamers Railroad Club (pictured)

Interested in preserving traditions of the railroad, The Maricopa Live Steamers Railroad Heritage Preservation Society is a local club that build scale locomotives and diesels or just enjoy railroading. From now until April, the club offers free rides every first and third Saturday and Sunday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Each ride is approximately 30 to 40 minutes through the desert’s landscape. The experience is a great way to support a local organization while learning more about the Southwest. For more information, visit maricopalivestreamers.com.