B-RI Railroad and Heritage Museum
Teague, Texas
Description

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History

The building was finished in 1907 and served as the Trinity and Brazos Valley Depot. It continued as a passenger depot even after changes in ownership until 1966. The second level served as headquarters for dispatch, superintendent and a variety of maintenance details for the railroad. Many of the original furnishing are incorporated into the displays and flavor of the museum. Photos from all aspects of Teague's history are displayed thoughout the Museum. A renovation was done in 1999-2000. The first floor and exterior were renovated and is now wheel chair accessable. Outside, children see inside a furnished log cabin, ring the bell on our Baldwin locomotive or sit on an antique Seagraves Fire Truck.

Artifact Collections

Original Depot furnishings, old photos, 1925 Baldwin Steam Locomotive, Caboose, Seagraves Fire Truck, Log Cabin, Jail, hundreds of photos and railroad memorablia.

Research Collections

local & county historical research; genealogical research for the Teague Family Research Center; transportation & railroad history

Programs

guided tours; study clubs; loan, permanent & temporary exhibitions

Governance

Board of Trustees

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