NEVADA CITY, Calif. February 20, 2020 – What makes volunteering a meaningful, worthwhile endeavor? Is it contributing and giving back to the community? Sharing experience and expertise with others or learning a new skill? Or maybe it’s meeting some new people who have a shared interest and similar outlook. The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Museum […]
Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum
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Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum Wishing for a Few Good Volunteers
NEVADA CITY, Calif. June 12, 2019 – The old adage, “be careful what you wish for, you just might get it” has played out at the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum with visitor attendance exceeding all expectations. It’s exactly what was wished for, but additional volunteer docents and gift shop workers as well as […]
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Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum Begins Summer Railbus Service on Sat., April 27, 2019
Nevada City, CA, April 17, 2019 – The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum’s Summer hours, as well as regular Saturday Railbus service, will begin this Saturday, April 27, 2019. Every Saturday the Railbus will be on track for 6 daily rides of approximately 35 minutes each. The Railbus will take you through the rail […]
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NCNGRR Museum Seeks Volunteers – Open House on March 9
NEVADA CITY, Calif. February 27, 2019 – The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum is abuzz with activity as volunteers prepare for the upcoming spring/summer season. The museum’s centerpiece exhibit, Engine No. 5 along with its tender, has been moved to the shop for a full restoration; preparations are in place for an addition to […]
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NCNGRR Museum Celebrates Anniversary With Steam on May 19
NEVADA CITY, Calif. May 11, 2018 – The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum will celebrate its 15th anniversary Saturday, May 19, with demonstration runs of California’s oldest operating steam locomotive, the Antelope & Western Porter Locomotive #1. The museum’s volunteer staff will begin the firing up process to warm up the boiler early in the […]
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NCNGRR Museum Hosts Book Discussion and Signing Event
NEVADA CITY, Calif. April 16, 2018 – Two new books on local railroading history have just been published and the authors will be at the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, to introduce their newly released works, “Railroads of Nevada County” by Andrew Brandon and “Railroads […]
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Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum Seeks Volunteers
March 5, 2018 – The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum has seen a surge in popularity over the last year and is looking for additional volunteers to help with all aspects of the museum’s operations. Those who have been wanting to volunteer and contribute to their community but haven’t found the right opportunity are […]
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Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum to Host Annual Christmas Party on Dec. 9th
November 20, 2017 – The all-volunteer staff at the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum has been busy preparing for Santa’s visit to their annual Christmas celebration, to be held this year on Saturday, December 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. With twinkling lights, festive decorations, and multiple Christmas trees in place, the museum […]
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Author Chris Enss to appear at Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum on Sept. 17
NEVADA CITY, Calif. September 4, 2017 – Chris Enss, celebrated New York Times best-selling historical western author and local Grass Valley resident, is scheduled to make an appearance at the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum on Sunday, September 17, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm to launch her two newest books: The Trials of Annie […]