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Kankakee Model Railroad Club and Museum


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Kankakee Model Railroad Club and Museum Displays of running model trains and memorabilia. See large running model train displays and railroad memorabilia within Kankakee's restored train depot. Features a scale model of Kankakee and its trains as they looked in the 1950's. A life-size, 1947 Pullman coach has been restored as a dining and meeting place and may be used for small events. It is also displayed outside of the depot.


199 S. East Ave.
Kankakee, 60901



Contact Information
Phone Number - Main: (815) 929-9320

Directions and Attractions
Highway: Call for directions

General Information
Admission Price(s): Free
Hours of Operation: S, Su: 11am-3pm

Services
Limited Accessibility


Address: 197 South East Avenue
Phone: 815-929-9320

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