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Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation: A Ride into the Past

Explore vintage streetcars and railway history at the Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation in Colorado Springs. A unique glimpse into the past.

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The Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation in Colorado Springs preserves and showcases the history of street railways in the Pikes Peak region. Visitors can explore vintage streetcars, learn about the evolution of transportation, and even take a ride on a restored streetcar.

A brief summary to Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation

  • Wednesday 9:30 am-3 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am-3 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am-3 pm
  • Saturday 9:30 am-3 pm

Local tips

  • Check the operating schedule in advance, as streetcar rides are seasonal, typically running from May to October.
  • Consider visiting during one of the Foundation's special events for a more enriching experience.
  • The museum is located in the historic Roswell district, offering a glimpse into the area's past.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From downtown Colorado Springs, take the Mountain Metro Transit bus Route 1. Ride for approximately 20 minutes, passing the stops at S Tejon St and W Colorado Ave. Get off at the Steel Dr & E Uintah St stop. From there, walk east on Steel Dr for about 5 minutes to find the museum on your left at 2333 Steel Dr. A single fare for Mountain Metro Transit is $1.75.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    From downtown Colorado Springs, a taxi or ride-share to the Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated cost for a one-way trip is between $15 and $25.

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Step back in time at the Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation, a museum dedicated to preserving the legacy of streetcars and railways in the Pikes Peak region. Founded in 1982, the foundation is located in the historic Roswell district of Colorado Springs, within the four remaining bays of the 1888 Rock Island Roundhouse. The museum showcases a collection of meticulously restored streetcars, artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia. Exhibits highlight the technical aspects of streetcars and their cultural impact on the communities they served. The foundation operates two historic streetcars: a 1909 streetcar from Melbourne, Australia, and a 1932 streetcar from Lisbon, Portugal. Rides are typically offered on weekends from May through October. The Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation aims to educate the public about the importance of streetcars in the development of urban infrastructure. The streetcar system in Colorado Springs was established in the late 1800s and was a vital part of the city's transportation network for several decades. Although the streetcars were eventually replaced by buses in the 1930s, the Foundation keeps the memory alive.

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