1 / 3Marshall Steam Museum & Friends of Auburn Heights
📍 Yorklyn, NY
Historic mansion complex offering unlimited rides on working 110+ year-old steam cars and miniature railroad trains — both steam and diesel. Indoor museum includes model railroad displays, craft activities for children, and free popcorn.
Great little place to learn about turn of the century vehicles! My kids and I enjoyed the unlimited train rides and rides on all the antique cars! Free popcorn was an awesome bonus. Plus there’s an indoor museum with crafts for kids to do.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children who have a genuine interest in trains, vintage vehicles, and early 20th-century technology. The combination of unlimited rides on real working antiques and hands-on crafts keeps mixed-age groups engaged.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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C T
8 months ago
“Great little place to learn about turn of the century vehicles! My kids and I enjoyed the unlimited train rides and rides on all the antique cars! Free popcorn was an awesome bonus. Plus there’s an indoor museum with crafts for kids to do.”
Edward Jones
4 years ago
“Participated in 2021 Auburn Heights invitational car event at Marshall Steam Museum. Susan and Allison were the hostesses and organizers, and ran an exceptional event. Wonderful day at a destination museum.”
Dennis Fariello
3 years ago
“Very cool place. Working, driving, registered 110+ year old cars. Model railroads. Beautiful mansion. Food. Fun. Miniature railroads both diesel and steam with seats for adults!”
Paula Fortucci
9 months ago
“Friendly staff. Beautiful mansion, love riding in the cars. Rising the train. One broke down. Food truck was good. Musium great”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Marshall Steam Museum at Auburn Heights features working century-old steam cars that visitors can ride, along with miniature railroad rides on both steam and diesel trains with adult-sized seats. The historic mansion and grounds provide a scenic setting. Indoor exhibits include model railroad displays and craft activities for children. A food truck operates on-site. Unlimited rides are included with admission, and free popcorn is provided.
