The Durango and Silverton Railroad has a well done museum in a portion of their roundhouse. It includes not only railroad items, but aircraft, automobiles, scale models and military items as well as examples of wild life likely to be found along the railroad.
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| View from the entrance to the museum |
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| The automobiles on display were brought in by train as there was no highway system early in the development of the mountains. |
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| A very early example of a hand powered rail car |
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| There was a wonderful display of military soldiers that were made by a talented gentleman who carved the figures, made a mold and cast them of lead. |
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| A view of the rail yard is just outside the museum |
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| Very nice sculptures were on display |
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| Tours of the working shop were available |
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| Another view of the rail yard |
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| Steam and smoke are visible outside. |
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| 473 on the turntable getting ready to head into the roundhouse for the night. |
The engine on the turntable is a great picture. Looks like a nice museum.
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