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Laupahoehoe
Train Museum
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PHOTOS |
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Click on a thumbnail to
see a larger version of the photo |
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OVERVIEW |
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The
purpose of the Laupahoehoe Train Museum is
to preserve, promote and protect the istoric,
cultural, educational, social, civic and
economic, interests of the North Hilo and
Hamakua districts, while highlighting the
history of the railroads on the island of
Hawaii.
They are a small, community-run museum
located on the beautiful Hamakua Heritage
Coast of the Big Island of Hawai'i. Their
goal is to honor the colorful history of our
island's railroads. With much of our
information about the Hilo Railroad, which
began in 1899 and lasted to 1946, when
railroad tracks and facilities were
irreparably damaged by a devastating
tsunami. The museum is located in the old
station agent's house, which is furnished as
it would have been in the early 1900's.
Their photo collection keeps growing thanks
to the generous donations from individuals
and families having railroad connections.
Visitors are welcomed with the spirit of
aloha, and will find fascinating
photographs, railroad artifacts, memorabilia
from days gone by. Their small gift shop
boasting unique items hand-crafted by local
residents. Many of the museum's volunteers
have spent their lives in the community, and
are delighted to "talk story" with visitors.
The museum grounds are planted with tropical
fruit trees and ornamentals, and make a
lovely place to stroll, picnic or relax. |
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DIRECTIONS |
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They are
located along Highway 19 near mile marker
25. Follow the brown Hilo-Hamakua
Heritage Corridor signs along the Highway 19
roadway. Look for the railroad crossing
signs and the big red caboose on their front
lawn! They are just across the road from the
coast's only service station. |
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WEBSITE |
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http://www.thetrainmuseum.com |
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