Trains: in Northfield! Exhibit

The History of Northfield’s Railways.

Here is a link to a current exhibit at the  Northfield Historical Society, located on Bridge Square.  And following here, a brief description.

an electric train from Northfield to the twin cities was proposed

Over 60 pictures and 40 objects document the significant Northfield events and stories around key moments during nine time periods from 1865 to the present, providing information of interest to train buffs, historians, preservationists and those interested in Northfield development. On exhibit are maps, as early as 1884, of the old west side that built up around the railroad. Activities for children include an informational scavenger hunt and a free train whistle when completed.

In view of the attention we'll be giving to trains in the next weeks, a walk down-town to see the exhibit seems like a good way to spend a couple of hours.  (Two hours because of the walk and stopping for ice cream; the exhibit it self won't take more than 30 minutes if you read slowly.)