Current Exhibits

 Experience the control panel from the Great Northern Railway's Gavin Yard hump operation east of Minot. Visitors can learn how railcars were sorted and routed through one of the region's most important railroad facilities. 

 Meet Henry Davis Minot, the railroad executive for whom the city of Minot was named. Learn how the arrival of the railroad transformed a prairie settlement into one of North Dakota's most important transportation hubs. 

Before pickup trucks and modern maintenance vehicles, railroad inspectors traveled the tracks using velocipedes and speeders. These unique machines helped crews inspect rail lines and reach work sites across the railroad network.
 

 Discover the story of the iconic Gassman Coulee Bridge west of Minot. The original Great Northern Railway bridge was destroyed by a tornado in 1896, shutting down rail traffic on the High Line. 

There are two scale models of the bridge, one in O scale (1:48) from Champ Decals Personal Layout, and one in N Scale (1:160) as part of the Souris Model Railroad Association. 

 Step into railroad history by trying on authentic railroad uniforms. Visitors can take photos and experience what railroad employees wore while working on the Great Northern, Soo Line, and other railroads. 

A large multi room N scale (1:160) layout based off the Dakotas in located in the basement. With over 1,000 feet of mainline track, there is always something new and exciting to see. Become a member of SMRRA and you'll get to run the trains, or bring your own! 

 Explore one of the region's largest N scale model railroad layouts. Featuring over 1,000 feet of mainline track inspired by the Dakotas, the layout brings railroad operations and history to life in miniature.

The model railroad layout is open during museum hours when a Souris Valley Model Railroad Association member is present. Layout availability may vary based on volunteer schedules.