Everyone that stays here takes a small trip to see Rochelle then comes back to Knox Station to relax on one of our two decks one with outdoor spa. Galesburg is seven miles away with its large classifications yards with a bridge over it with parking lanes on either side to see some great action in the yards. IL - The mission of the museum is to collect, preserve, interpret and exhibit materials and artifacts relating to railroading, with emphasis on Central Illinois, and to operate a demonstration railroad for the education and enjoyment of the public. The museum offers trains rides on weekends and Holidays from May through October. Please see the schedule for more information.
Trains operate regardless of weather conditions.
With over one hundred trains passing by each day, there is never a dull moment. The museum features a collection of railroadiana material from various railroads in the area. Upon arrival in Freeport it was stored and periodically diplayed for four years in the clubs building on the Stephenson County Fairgrounds. IL - The history of the midwest is closely tied to the history of modes of transportation that have come and gone. To see one of the most unique collections of vehicles from the past, take a look at our site and then come play and have fun at our museum.