The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

The Official Railroad Museum Of The State Of Alabama!

Ride the Calera and Shelby!

Bring your kids, grandkids, family and friends for a Railroad Adventure!


Ride the Calera and Shelby!

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Bring your kids, grandkids, family and friends for a Railroad Adventure!


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All Aboard the Calera and Shelby!

Take a ride back in time on the Calera & Shelby Railroad. Select a Saturday morning or Saturday afternoon train departure time.

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Easter Eggpress

April 19th

Make special memories this Easter weekend and let your child receive a sweet treat from Peter Cottontail while onboard the train!

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Mother's Day Special

Bouquet of Watercolored FlowersAnd Vendor Fair!

Join our staff and volunteers as we celebrate all moms on Saturday May 11th. Plan to spend the day enjoying a relaxing train ride, a variety of quality vendor booths, yard games, food and treat trucks and more!

Saturday May 10th
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Group Charters

Outings for school groups, church groups and corporate adventures during our operating season!

Visit our Group Charters page for pricing, scheduling and availability.Hiawatha Based Logo

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Rail Safety Day!

Safety Expo, Free Train Rides & Fun Family Activities!

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Father's Day Express

Treat Dad to a Nostalgic Train Ride Through the WoodsFather's Day Express Logo

June 14th

Create a family memory with Dad this Father's Day weekend on board the Calera & Shelby Railroad. His ticket is only $5 with the purchase of one or more regular-priced coach ticket. 

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Stars & Stripes Special

Honoring Our Heroes

June 28th

As our thanks, we are offering all active military and veterans a ticket to ride the Stars & Stripes Special for free when accompanied by at least one other passenger. Thank you all for your service. Please provide appropriate ID at the ticket window when picking up your order.