The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum
The Official Railroad Museum Of The State Of Alabama!
Stars & Stripes Special
Honoring Our Heroes
Saturday, July 3 – all active military and veterans are invited to ride the train for Free!*
*When accompanied by at least one other ticketed passenger.
Stars & Stripes Special
Honoring Our Heroes
Saturday, July 3 – all active military and veterans are invited to ride the train for Free!*
*When accompanied by at least one other ticketed passenger.
Stars & Stripes Special
Honoring Our Heroes
Independence Day weekend – on Saturday, July 3 – all active military and veterans are invited to ride the train for Free when accompanied by at least one other ticketed passenger.
Wild West Day
Round Up the Young’ns!
Y’All aboard for a rootin’ tootin’ journey by train into the Wild West! But watch out – the Black Hat Gang is on the loose and stirring up trouble…
Rail Safety Day 2021
Train Rides & Family Fun!
The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum is proud to partner with Operation Lifesaver of Alabama as we work together to educate the public regarding railroad safety.
June 25
The Shelby & Southern Railroad
Ready for your family!
Enjoy the sights and sounds of a bona fide steam locomotive pulling special built coaches on a round trip of adventure!
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.
Mask Wearing is Required
This is a Federal Mandate
In compliance with an Emergency Order issued on March 1, 2021 by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) masks are required while aboard all Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum trains. 
Which Car Should I Ride?
The cars on the train change periodically, based on each event. Please refer to each event's ticket page for car availability for that event.
What if The Weather's Bad?
Alabama weather is unpredictable… Rain, snow, sleet or hail, check here for our inclement weather policy…
(205) 757-8383
[email protected]
(205) 668-3435
(205) 668-9900
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum
P.O. Box 727, Calera, AL 35040
Quick Links
Quick Links
Operating Season
Mar. 6, 2021 - Dec. 19, 2021
Hours of Operation:
Business Office and Library
By appointment only.
Please contact by phone (205) 668-3435
or email [email protected] to make arrangements.
Depot / Ticket Office
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Depot / Exhibits
Remain closed due to Covid restrictions.
Gift Shop
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Copyright© Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum 2020
Stars & Stripes Special
Honoring Our Heroes
Saturday, July 3 – all active military and veterans are invited to ride the train for Free!*
*When accompanied by at least one other ticketed passenger.
Stars & Stripes Special
Honoring Our Heroes
Saturday, July 3 – all active military and veterans are invited to ride the train for Free!*
*When accompanied by at least one other ticketed passenger.
Stars & Stripes Special
Honoring Our Heroes
Independence Day weekend – on Saturday, July 3 – all active military and veterans are invited to ride the train for Free when accompanied by at least one other ticketed passenger.
Wild West Day
Round Up the Young’ns!
Y’All aboard for a rootin’ tootin’ journey by train into the Wild West! But watch out – the Black Hat Gang is on the loose and stirring up trouble…
Rail Safety Day 2021
Train Rides & Family Fun!
The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum is proud to partner with Operation Lifesaver of Alabama as we work together to educate the public regarding railroad safety.
June 25
The Shelby & Southern Railroad
Ready for your family!
Enjoy the sights and sounds of a bona fide steam locomotive pulling special built coaches on a round trip of adventure!
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.
Mask Wearing is Required
This is a Federal Mandate
In compliance with an Emergency Order issued on March 1, 2021 by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) masks are required while aboard all Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum trains.
Which Car Should I Ride?
The cars on the train change periodically, based on each event. Please refer to each event's ticket page for car availability for that event.
What if The Weather's Bad?
Alabama weather is unpredictable… Rain, snow, sleet or hail, check here for our inclement weather policy…
(205) 757-8383
[email protected]
(205) 668-3435
(205) 668-9900
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum
P.O. Box 727, Calera, AL 35040
Quick Links
Quick Links
Operating Season
Mar. 6, 2021 - Dec. 19, 2021
Hours of Operation:
Business Office and Library
By appointment only.
Please contact by phone (205) 668-3435
or email [email protected] to make arrangements.
Depot / Ticket Office
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Depot / Exhibits
Remain closed due to Covid restrictions.
Gift Shop
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Copyright© Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum 2020