Foley Railroad Museum Offers a Ride Through Baldwin County History
Housed in a 1909 L&N railroad depot, the Foley Railroad Museum showcases Baldwin County history alongside a detailed O-gauge Model Train Exhibit and Saturday train rides.
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Housed in a 1909 L&N railroad depot, the Foley Railroad Museum showcases Baldwin County history alongside a detailed O-gauge Model Train Exhibit and Saturday train rides.
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