California State Railroad Museum
Mar 17, 2018 16:07:30 #
Here are a couple of fun shots from the Railroad Museum taken earlier this week.
Mar 17, 2018 16:11:40 #
Mar 17, 2018 16:17:27 #
cjc2 wrote:
Where in CA is this located? Perhaps I'll visit on my next trip.
It is in Old Town, Sacramento, CA
Mar 17, 2018 16:23:37 #
Mar 17, 2018 16:34:44 #
Mar 17, 2018 16:39:51 #
jdub82, fine examples of the rolling stock on display. This exceptional museum doesn't allow tripods -- BUT twice a year, they open for photographers with events called "Trains and Tripods". Before normal public hours, photographers can bring in tripods and lighting gear, with much improved access to the displays and no crowds (it's limited t o 50 participants). A seasoned pro leads a tour the evening before, then shooters go in early on a Saturday and get images otherwise impossible. It's a bucket-list opportunity for photographer railfans, and the details can be found here:
https://www.californiarailroad.museum/events/trains-and-tripods
The next event will be April 20 & 21, If the fee seems steep, know this: I organized a group of 11 enthusiasts who drove six hours each way to participate, and we are looking forward to doing it again.
https://www.californiarailroad.museum/events/trains-and-tripods
The next event will be April 20 & 21, If the fee seems steep, know this: I organized a group of 11 enthusiasts who drove six hours each way to participate, and we are looking forward to doing it again.
Mar 17, 2018 16:40:34 #
Been there. As a train buff from Baltimore I was very impressed with the exibits. If you like trains this is a must.
Mar 17, 2018 16:48:21 #
frank99 wrote:
jdub82, fine examples of the rolling stock on disp... (show quote)
Thanks, Frank. Good Information! If you subtract the price of regular admission, which is $12.00, the price for this event seems quite reasonable. (Just $63.00 on top of what a normal admission fee would be).
Mar 17, 2018 17:32:42 #
jdub82 wrote:
It is in Old Town, Sacramento, CA
Thanks. I have family in both Saratoga and Riverside, so this is not a problem. Good to know, thanks. Wish I could visit for the April event, but no luck with that for me.
Mar 17, 2018 21:47:20 #
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