Virginia Museum of Transportation

Virginia Museum of Transportation The Commonwealth's Official Transportation Museum offering a family-friendly & interactive experience Inquire today for more information.
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• Proud Partner in Virginia's Rail Heritage Region: www.varailheritage.org
• View Our Live Rail Cam: www.nwhs.org/cam/vmt

ADMISSION PRICES:
*Pricing listed excludes tax
Children (3-12): $8.00
Youth (12-17): $10.00
Adults (18-59): $12.00
Seniors (60+): $10.00
Students (17-59 with ID): $10.00

We proudly offer Military Discounts & Exclusive Memberships.

It was a pleasure to host the Norfolk & Western Historical Society's opening night of their 2026 convention at the museu...
06/12/2026

It was a pleasure to host the Norfolk & Western Historical Society's opening night of their 2026 convention at the museum last night. The barbecue was such a great chance to see old and new friends. Thank you N&WHS for giving us this opportunity!

The RV-6 experimental aircraft is a low wing monoplane of aluminum construction. RV structures are "monocoque" or "stre...
06/03/2026

The RV-6 experimental aircraft is a low wing monoplane of aluminum construction. RV structures are "monocoque" or "stressed skin" designs. This means the skins themselves provide much of the airframe's strength. The skins are in turn supported by an internal structure of ribs, spars, and bulkheads, just like production light aircraft. The RV-6 has a top speed of 202 miles per hour. The plane's width spans 23 feet from wing tip to wing tip and the length spans 20 feet 2-1/2 inches from nose to tail.

Happy birthday N&W Class A No. 1218! Completed and delivered for service on June 2, 1943.
06/02/2026

Happy birthday N&W Class A No. 1218! Completed and delivered for service on June 2, 1943.

05/30/2026

Happening now! It's a great night for live music!

The weather's going to be perfect! Vintage cars, pin-up contest, three incredible bands, food and beer/wine! Hope to s...
05/30/2026

The weather's going to be perfect! Vintage cars, pin-up contest, three incredible bands, food and beer/wine! Hope to see you there!

Don't miss all of this incredible we music!!!
05/29/2026

Don't miss all of this incredible we music!!!

The rain has moved out and it looks like pretty weather this weekend. Don't forget the CAR SHOW at the 5th Annual Star ...
05/28/2026

The rain has moved out and it looks like pretty weather this weekend. Don't forget the CAR SHOW at the 5th Annual Star City Rockabilly Festival at the Virginia Museum of Transportation! Free to enter, and if you bring a car you get into the show for free (admission for others is $10 for ages over 12). Car show starts at 4:00 pm. Three great bands from 4:30 - 9:00 pm. Food, beer/wine, pin-up contest, and more!

05/28/2026

Celebrate the 250th with an American Icon! The J-Class #611 excursion experience is the perfect way to celebrate your Independence with the whole family in the Shenandoah Valley. Ride with us! Get your tickets and ride the Summer of Steam https://www.virginiascenicrailway.com/rides/summer-of-steam/

05/26/2026

Something BIG is coming to Roanoke and it’s not the Union Pacific Big Boy… the 611 is about to make history of her own!

This Saturday at 3:00 PM, history will be made at the Virginia Museum of Transportation with Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611.

We are encouraging ALL railfans, families, supporters, photographers, videographers, media outlets, and the general public to be here in person for what will be one of the most historic moments in the 611's history.

If you have ever loved steam railroading…
If you have ever ridden behind or chased the 611…
If you have ever wanted to witness history firsthand… THIS is the event to attend.

This is not just another announcement. This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment for the 611, the Virginia Museum of Transportation, and the worldwide steam community.

Bring your friends, family, and cameras and most importantly - be there!

📍 Virginia Museum of Transportation – Roanoke, VA
🗓 Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their courage, sacri...
05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to freedom will never be forgotten.

On this Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for those who made the ultimate sacrifice so future generations could live free.

From all of us at the Virginia Museum of Transportation and aboard Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611, we thank and remember our fallen heroes.

Stay tuned later today for a special video you won’t want to miss…….

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303 Norfolk Avenue SW
Roanoke, VA
24016

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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