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A Legacy in the Making
Arizona State Railroad Museum

Arizona's railroad legacy dates back to the mid-1800s and continually developed, cultivated, and supported Arizona's historic "Five Cs" ... Cattle, Copper, Climate (tourism), Citrus, and Cotton, and many other economic endeavors. Seventy-six Arizona railroads have operated virtually in every corner of the state.

Slated for a 16-acre park in Williams, Arizona, the 106,500 square-foot Museum will reflect the atmosphere of railroad engine houses and shops.

Interpretive exhibits, archives, an art gallery, meeting rooms, interactive computer facilities, a 500 seat auditorium and an outdoor amphitheatre will provide incredible opportunities for learning and discovery.

The museum, particularly being co-located with the Grand Canyon Railway, has the potential for attracting a world audience. For northern Arizona, this translates into direct additional revenues to business throughout the tourist industry.

For state, counties, and cities this translates into direct additional tax revenues estimated to be in the $4.95 to $9 million range. This increased visitation will also create the need for an additional 340 jobs.

As the Museum will have a positive cash flow it will be self supporting and able to grant funds for the support of other Arizona museums and cultural projects.

Source: www.azstaterrmuseum.org

Project Information
Name: Arizona State Railroad Museum
Type: Local
Contact:
Al Richmond (928) 606-2781
Website:
www.azstaterrmuseum.org

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