BRANCHVILLE RAILROAD SHRINE & MUSEUM

BRANCHVLLE, SC

Branchville Railroad Shrine & Museum is a historical museum located in Branchville, South Carolina, that showcases the town's rich railroad heritage. The museum is housed in the former Branchville Depot, which was built in 1877 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum features a collection of artifacts, photographs, and exhibits that tell the story of the railroad's impact on Branchville and the surrounding area. Visitors can learn about the history of the South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company, the impact of the Civil War on the railroad, and the development of the town as a major railroad hub.

The highlight of the museum is the collection of model trains, which includes a replica of the Columbia, Newberry, and Laurens Railroad. The museum also has a gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and railroad-themed merchandise.

In addition to the museum, the Branchville Railroad Shrine & Museum hosts several events throughout the year, including a model train show and a festival celebrating the town's railroad heritage.

Overall, the Branchville Railroad Shrine & Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of railroads and their impact on the development of the South.

BRANCHVILLE RAILROAD SHRINE & MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BRANCHVLLE SC. US MID #8404500221

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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BRANCHVILLE RAILROAD SHRINE & MUSEUM
PO BOX 73
BRANCHVLLE
SC
29432

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