National Railroad Museum

National Railroad Museum is at 2285 S. Broadway, .2 mi. e. of Ashland Ave. via Cormier. The museum houses more than 60 locomotives and rail cars from the steam and diesel eras. Highlights include a Union Pacific “Big Boy,” reputedly the world’s largest steam locomotive; Dwight D. Eisenhower's British World War II command train; and a 1920s Pullman sleeping car exhibit. A reception center has an exhibit hall and theater featuring an audiovisual presentation. A 3-mile ride on a standard-gauge train is available. On the grounds, a 65-foot tower overlooks the Fox River.

Picnicking is permitted. Time: Allow 2 hours minimum.