SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL RAILROAD

SANTA CLARA, CA

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The South Bay Historical Railroad is a non-profit organization that operates a historic railway in Santa Clara, California. The railway, which is also known as the Santa Clara Depot, was originally built in 1863 and is one of the oldest train stations in California. The South Bay Historical Railroad was established in 1985 to preserve this historic landmark and to provide a unique experience for visitors.

The railway operates a vintage train, which consists of a steam locomotive, passenger cars, and a caboose. The train takes visitors on a one-mile loop around the historic depot, providing a glimpse into the past and offering a unique way to experience the history of Santa Clara. The train is operated by a team of volunteers who are passionate about preserving this important piece of history.

In addition to the train ride, the South Bay Historical Railroad also features a museum and gift shop. The museum houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the region's rail history, including vintage locomotives, tools, and photographs. The gift shop offers a variety of railroad-themed souvenirs and memorabilia.

Overall, the South Bay Historical Railroad is a unique attraction that offers visitors a fun and educational experience. It is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history of the railroad in California.

SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL RAILROAD is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SANTA CLARA CA. US MID #8400600129

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL RAILROAD
1005 RAILROAD AVE
SANTA CLARA
CA
95050

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SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL RAILROAD Information

MID # 8400600129
Name SOUTH BAY HISTORICAL RAILROAD
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 37.352201, -121.936954
CODES FIPS State Code: 06
FIPS County Code: 085
US Census Tract: 505203
US Census Block: 1002