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INFORMATION ABOUT US

PLAN YOUR VISIT

- EXPLORING RAILROAD CITY -

LOCATIONS & DIRECTIONS

It's easy to visit both the Railroaders Memorial Museum and the World Famous Horseshoe Curve in the same day – they are just six-miles apart.
View operating hours, purchase tickets, and explore membership options below!
The Railroaders Memorial Museum
1200 9th Avenue
Altoona, PA  16602
(814) 946-0834
To Railroaders Memorial Museum from Horseshoe Curve:
  1. From lot, turn left onto Burgoon/Kittanning Point Rd & travel 3.6 miles.
  2. Turn left onto Beale Ave., & travel six-tenths of a mile to light. Turn left.
  3. Continue on Beale for one mile, as Beale flows into Route 36 (Union Ave.).
  4. Travel Route 36 three-tenths of a mile to Margaret Ave.
  5. Turn right onto Margaret, & travel two-tenths of a mile to 17th St.
  6. Turn right onto 17th St., drive one block, & turn left onto Ninth Ave.
  7. Travel Ninth Ave. two-tenths of a mile to Railroaders Museum.
The World Famous Horseshoe Curve
2400 Veterans Memorial Highway
Altoona, PA  16601
(814) 941-7743
To Horseshoe Curve from Railroaders Memorial Museum:
  1. From lot, turn right and travel two-tenths of a mile to 17th St.
  2. Turn right onto 17th St., travel one block, & turn left onto Margaret Ave.
  3. Travel two-tenths of a mile, & Margaret flows into Broad Ave.
  4. Travel Broad Avenue for 1.6 miles, & turn right onto 40th St.
  5. Follow "Heritage Route" & Curve signs 3.6 miles to the Curve.
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HOURS & RATES

Check out our membership tiers for fantastic discounts, special access, and exclusive benefits!
Memberships
Railroaders Memorial Museum
ATTRACTION NOW OPEN
Wednesday-Sunday, 10AM-5PM
- Adult (12-64): $12
- Senior (65+): $10
- Military (w/ ID): $10
- Student (w/ ID): $10
- Youth (4-11): $9
- Railroader (w/ ID): $5
- Toddler (3 & Under): Free
- Group (10 Visitors): $108 (additional $12)
PURCHASE
World Famous Horseshoe Curve*
ATTRACTION NOW OPEN
Wednesday-Sunday, 10AM-5PM
- Adult (ages 12-64): $5
- Senior (ages 65+): $4
- Military (w/ ID): $4
- Student (w/ ID): $4
- Youth (4-11): $3
- Railroader (w/ ID): $4
- Toddler (3 & Under): Free
- Group (10 Visitors): $45 (additional $5)
PURCHASE
The Mountain View Value*
MUSEUM/CURVE COMBO PACKAGE
Wednesday-Sunday, 10AM-5PM
- Adult (ages 12-64): $14
- Senior (ages 65+): $11
- Military (w/ ID): $11
- Student (w/ ID): $11
- Youth (4-11): $9
- Railroader (w/ ID): $6
- Toddler (3 & Under): Free
- Group (10 Visitors): $126 (additional $14)
PURCHASE
*The funicular is unavailable due to maintenance upgrades. Rates are currently discounted.

The Railroaders Memorial Museum's railyard is closed May 20 & 21 due to a rental.

VISIT  OUR  HISTORIC  ATTRACTIONS

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RAILROADERS  MEMORIAL  MUSEUM

ADDRESS:
1200 Ninth Avenue,
Altoona, PA  16602


HOURS: Wednesday-Sunday, 10AM-5PM
PHONE: (814) 946-0834

WORLD  FAMOUS  HORSESHOE  CURVE

ADDRESS:
2400 Veterans Memorial Highway,
Altoona, PA  16601

HOURS: Wednesday-Sunday, 10AM-5PM
PHONE: (814) 941-7743

CONTACT  US

EMAIL: info@railroadcity.org
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​Railroaders Heritage Corporation, DBA, Railroaders Memorial Museum, is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation. These attractions are not state or federally operated and need your support. 
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  • Home
  • About
    • Museum Mission
    • Plan Your Visit
    • Career Opportunities
  • Sites
    • The Railroaders Memorial Museum
    • The World Famous Horseshoe Curve
  • K4 1361
    • History & Technology
    • Restoration & Vision
  • Events
  • Support
    • Donate
    • Join
    • Sponsor
    • Volunteer
  • Shop