The country revolved around railroads and Council Bluffs had them.
But the tale isn't just about steel rails and flanged wheels: it's about the creation of the West.
Council Bluffs is where the East ended.
Hours-
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
10 am until 4 pm.
Admission-
Historical Society of Pottawattamie County members: Free
Adults: $10.00; Seniors (60 and over) and students: $8.00
Ages 6 - 18: $5.00; Ages 5 and under free.
Exhibit coming this spring!
Special exhibit coming this summer!
Special exhbit opening this spring.
Special exhibit opening this summer.
RailsWest History Museum.
The 1899 depot was built for the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific RailRoad and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Rail Car Display.
Here’s your chance to exerpience real rolling stock up close and personal. Reach out and touch a club car, engines, railway post office, and cabooses.
Interact with other RailsWest Museum fans on the Society’s Facebook Page.
”Like” and “Follow” the Historical Society’s RailsWest Facebook page for photos and tales from the archives. It’s a great place to share memories and historical tidbits and tales with others and stay up-to-date with happenings at the museum.