Hours of Operation

April 1 - September 30
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

October 1 - March 31
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Closed Sunday

Support the Museum

Special Notice - Many local businesses are supporting our move to our new building.  Click on "a business" below to see who is helping!


Click Here to find out about how you can support this museum:

 as an individual/family

 as a business!

 

Support the Museum - Individual

SOME NEW WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR MUSEUM

 

Build the Walk, Build the Museum, Buy a Brick for $100

 

The first batch of 120 bricks has been custom engraved.  We will soon begin laying out a brick path in Railroad Heritage Square, leading from the porch to the caboose.  This is a continuing program to commemorate your support of the Museum or to remember others, so as you purchase a brick, the walk grows and the Museum improves its programs and services.  If you have not purchased a brick yet, please call the Museum at 763-2634 to obtain an order form and make your donation.

 

 

 

Donate as you shop!

  

The Wilmington Railroad Museum is now a beneficiary organization for Food Lion.  Every time you shop Food Lion, the Museum shares in the company’s corporate contribution program.  In order for your purchases to count, please do the following:

 

Register your MVP card at www.foodlion.com and click on Lion Shop & Share under the “In The Community” heading on the left side of the page.  Follow the prompts to select the state (NC), city (Wilmington), and recipient organization (Wilmington Railroad Museum).   OR call 1-704-633-8250.  All 12 digits of the number on your card provide the link to the Museum with each purchase.

 

ALTERNATIVELY, you may complete a registration form available at the Museum, and we will gladly enter your information for you.  We need to enroll a minimum of only 25 members for the Museum to receive benefits through this program.  It’s a great way to help the Museum on an ongoing basis, doesn’t cost you anything, and it shows your support throughout the year.

 

 

INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

  • Recapture the essence of railroad days in the History Hall
  • Climb aboard a steam locomotive
  • Wander through our red caboose in Railroad Heritage Square
  • Visit the unique Children’s Hall and let your young ones enjoy the trains
  • Marvel at the extensive railroad layouts in the Model Hall
  • View the extensive display of artifacts and photographs

By becoming a member of the Wilmington Railroad Museum you can enjoy all of these pursuits for one full year with no additional costs. Just pick the membership level that best meets your needs. Memberships are tax-deductible.


COACH (INDIVIDUAL): $35

  • Free admission for one individual for a year
  • Museum Newsletter
  • 10% discount on all Gift Shop purchases
  • Annual Membership Reception


CLUB CAR (FAMILY): $50

  • All the above benefits extended to family members including grandchildren and grandparents


PULLMAN PASS: $125

  • All the above benefits plus
  • 10 free passes for friends or relatives (Up to a $60 value)


PRIVATE CAR: $250

  • All the above benefits plus
  • 10 additional free passes for friends or relatives (Up to a $120 value)


RAILROAD BARON: $500

  • All the above benefits plus
  • Limited edition ACL History Book

You may join by calling the Museum at 910-763-2634 and providing your name and address and credit card information (Visa or MasterCard)

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Request a membership form, complete the information, and submit with payment