About us
Welcome to the National Railway Museum – the largest railway museum in the world, attracting almost 1 million visitors per year to our sites at York and Shildon.
About us
Discover over 300 years of history and over a million wonderful objects.
Marvel at iconic locomotives, watch engineering work in progress in the Workshop, browse our object-filled Warehouse, or let off steam in the outdoor play area.
Discover the magnificent Duchess of Hamilton restored to her original streamlined form. The locomotive is a stunning piece of 1938-built Art Deco opulence that wowed design critics.
Explore the science, technology and history of the railways with the NRM’s Learning Team. We offer a range of workshops for all ages to help you get the most out of your visit.
Younger visitors will love letting off steam in our railway-themed outdoor play area. Plus, you can take a ride on the nearby miniature railway and enjoy the scenery.
Our history
We opened our doors in 1975 - but our history extends all the way back to the 19th century.
A family of museums
We're part of NMSI, a family that includes the Science Museum and the National Media Museum.