Exporail, le Musée ferroviaire canadien
Exporail, the largest Canadian Railway Museum, proposes a voyage into the fascinating universe of the railway workers and great founders of the Canadian railroad. Discover a collection of more than 160 lifesize railway vehicles. Climb aboard genuine antique streetcars in the Grand Gallery. Travel back in time with the oldest steam engine built in Canada! An observation pit, unique in North America, allows the public to view the underneath a diesel-electric engine and steam engine! For the young and young at heart, visit the model train exhibit room, art in movement or opt for a ride on the miniature railroad. A new discovery path animated with thematic blocks and exhibits. Always faster, the Hays Station will reveal the fascinating universe of the railway.
| Area | Rive-Sud |
| City / Town | Saint-Constant |
| Address | 110, rue Saint-Pierre |
| Postal/Zip Code | J5A 1G7 |
| Telephone | 450 632-2410 |
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| Web site | www.exporail.org |
Interpretation Centres, Historic Sites and Museums
Description : Exporail, the largest Canadian Railway Museum, proposes a voyage into the fascinating universe of the railway workers and great founders of the Canadian railroad. Discover a collection of more than 160 life-size railway vehicles. Climb aboard genuine antique streetcars in the Grand Gallery. Travel back in time with the oldest steam engine built in Canada! An observation pit, unique in North America, allows the public to view the underneath a diesel-electric engine and steam engine! For the young and young at heart, visit the model train exhibit room, art in movement or opt for a ride on the miniature railroad. A new discovery path animated with thematic blocks and exhibits. Always faster, the Hays Station will reveal the fascinating universe of the railway.Activities : In the Grand Hall are displayed 44 railways cars from the museum's collection, considered one of the most important in America. Visit the double observation pit, the miniature train room and the theme exhibitions. Ride through the site in an olden day streetcar, examine an authentic 1885 station or hop aboard the miniature railroad.
Schedule : Open yearround. Consult the website for more information.
Admission : Adults, $16.50; seniors, $13.50; students (13 to 17), $9.75; children (4 to 12) $8; 3 years old and less, free; family (2 adults, 2 children), $43. Plus applicable taxes. Group rates.
Service : Tourist roadsign
