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We have four children, and have been traveling with them since they were born. We take day-trip "adventures" to both well-known and out-of-the-way places, and we're trying to see as much as the USA as we can.
We love the back roads and things off the beaten path.
Our Family's Travel Personality
curious
We Just Got Back From
a 12-day, 3850-mile roadtrip to San Antonio and environs, which included outrunning a major Midwest snowstorm.
Our Favorite Vacation Spot
Chicago--there's so much to do, and it's within a day's drive
A Place We'd Love To Visit
the Grand Canyon
Favorite Vacation Memory
Sitting on a beautiful sandy beach on a warm summer day . . . at Grand Beach, an hour north of Winnipeg, Manitoba!
Worst Travel Moment With My Kids:
Four of the six of us getting sick, in a motel room, on Christmas Eve.
Websites I Like:
Train Museums in Minnesota
Model railroads and real railroads for train lovers big and small.
440 N Mill St
Currie, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 18 2009
"Trains and Pioneer History"
Little train buffs will love going in the real train cars, depot, museum area, and seeing the model railroad setup. When we were there, it was pouring rain, so we didn't get to go into the pioneer village and park area that is part of this museum. Staff are friendly. This is a nice small-town stop in southwest Minnesota.
1021 Bandana Blvd E, Suite 222
Saint Paul, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 18 2009
"Great Model Railroad"
My kids beg to go here all the time. The large model railroad layout has several trains and tracks running at all times. The buildings and setup are intricately detailed, and show Minneapolis and St. Paul in a different time period. There are raised areas so the little ones can see, Thomas comes out to ride the rails on certain Sundays, and if the little ones get tired of watching the trains, they can play on the train tables or browse the toy trains that are for sale.
506 W Michigan St
Duluth, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 18 2009
"Fun for train-lovers, young and old"
At the Depot, you can board real engines and train cars, watch a small model railroad setup, or let the kids play on toy train tables. Information about local railroad history is displayed around the trains. Admission to the Depot includes the children's museum and a history exhibit in the building as well.
651 W Hwy 12
Dassel, Minnesota
reviewed on: August 07 2009
"Guided tour, kids' train outside"
This is a privately-owned museum, and a guided tour is given. It includes going in the caboose. In the basement, there is a Thomas table for kids to play with. There is a small train with a bell in the parking area; I don't believe you have to pay to see this, so if you need a quick rest stop while going through Dassel, this will be fun for little kids.
Hutchinson Mall
Hwy 15 S Hutchinson, Minnesota
reviewed on: August 07 2009
"Free and Fun"
Although it's only open a few times a month, the Luce Line Railroad Club has a nice display of model trains, including a small track that kids can control. It's free, so if your kids like model trains, try to stop in when they're open.They also sponsor a train show at the fairgrounds in the fall, with even more train displays.
2050 Marshall Ave
Saint Paul, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 19 2009
"A store where kids can play"
This is a train store, with everything from Thomas and Brio to train-themed party supplies, to model railroad parts, but it's set up so that families can come to play. There are several train tables set up, with benches for Mom or Dad to keep watch on the little engineers. In the front of the store are model setups that kids can run. There's even a birthday party room. This is a fun store that's inviting for families to come into.
193 Pennsylvania Ave E
Saint Paul, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 19 2009
"Good for little train lovers"
At the Jackson Street Roundhouse, kids can go through train cars inside the building, and then go outside for a short ride on a real train. If they tire of all the trains, there are play tables and other train activities for them to do. Santa's Train Shop, held each December, offers special fun and activities for kids.
W. 42nd St and Queen Ave S.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 18 2009
"Old-time Fun"
The ride only lasts about 15 minutes, but young train buffs will love to ride on a real trolley. From buying a real token and dropping it in the fare box to seeing the vintage ads in the streetcar, the ride is fun. Volunteers provide a history lesson along the treat, and Santa has been known to ride the December "Holly Trolley."
305 Water St
Excelsior, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 18 2009
"Good Old-Fashioned Fun"
For just a few dollars, you can ride on this historic streetcar, and make a stop at the car barn to see other cars in various stages of restoration. The ride isn't long, but it's just right for kids to get a real ride on a real streetcar. The streetcar, part of the Minnesota Streetcar Museum, boards in front of the Excelsior Historical Museum (which is a separate entity).
W. 42nd St and Queen Ave S.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
reviewed on: March 18 2009
"Old-time Fun"
The ride only lasts about 15 minutes, but young train buffs will love to ride on a real trolley. From buying a real token and dropping it in the fare box to seeing the vintage ads in the streetcar, the ride is fun. Volunteers provide a history lesson along the treat, and Santa has been known to ride the December "Holly Trolley."
