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Portland, ME Map: Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & MuseumMaine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum Frommer's Highly Recommended

Hours Daily 10am-4pm; trains run on the hour from 11am
Address 58 Fore St
Transportation From I-295, take Franklin St. exit and follow to Fore St.; turn left, continue to museum, on the right
Phone 207/828-0814
Web site www.mngrr.org
Prices Free admission to museum; train fare $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children 4-12, free for children under 4
Season Closed Jan to mid-Feb

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In the late 19th century, Maine was home to several narrow-gauge railways, operating on rails 2 feet apart. Most of these versatile trains have disappeared, but this nonprofit organization is dedicated to preserving the examples that remain. Admission is free, with a charge for a short ride on a train that chugs on a rail line along Casco Bay at the foot of the Eastern Prom. Views of the islands are outstanding; the ride itself is slow-paced and somewhat yawn-inducing unless you're very young.

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