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Virginia Museum of Transportation    

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The Virginia Museum of Transportation is a museum devoted to the topic of transportation located in Downtown Roanoke, Virginia, US.

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4.5/5 · 724 reviews
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Oct 15, 2024
A cross between an attic, a bone yard, a small museum and an education center. A little bit of everything from the modern diorama and interactive display to derelict artifact. Overall, very nice expe… Full review by 901ramseyf
Aug 20, 2024
Overall, this is a fantastic museum, but it definitely focuses heavily on trains. The automobile section is one bay with about 20 cars and trucks, with a couple buses and fire trucks outside. There… Full review by MasterArmorer
Jul 30, 2024
Such an awesome museum. Our 3 year old little boy absolutely loved watching the model trains. So well taken care of and lots of stuff to see!! An absolute gem! Full review by FarAway24156326257
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Facts

Established:April 1986
Construction completed:c. 1918

Questions & answers

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IF they have a 1941 ford pickup
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I don’t recall. If you go on their website they may have a directory.
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On a rainy day is the indoor museum large & filled with folks
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Definitely better if you can get outside and walk among the big trains.
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How many automobiles in the museum's collection?
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I'm not sure of the exact number but there is a good collections of them. It fills a big room so guessing 15 to 20 cars. They are kept in good condition and are inside. With the cars and …
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I'm not sure of the exact number but there is a good collections of them. It fills a big room so guessing 15 to 20 cars. They are kept in good condition and are inside. With the cars and trains you can spend as much time as you like, lots to see.
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About how much time should I plan for with a 6yo? Is it half a days worth or only a couple of hours? Thanks!
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Like and hour and a half maybe two hours..
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Can I bring my dog in the museum?
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I don't know the answer to your question, but would direct you to the museum itself....· (540) 342-5670 There should be a phone number in that link that could field your question. Sorry I …
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I don't know the answer to your question, but would direct you to the museum itself....· (540) 342-5670 There should be a phone number in that link that could field your question. Sorry I don't know more......
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How much is General Admission?
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Admissions Pricing:Adults (18-59) - $12.66Seniors (60+) - 10.55Youth (13-17) 10.55Children (3-12) 8...
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