National New York Central Railroad Museum

Elkhart, IN

Rentals

The Museum has two spaces available for rental that are perfect for birthdays, parties, showers, meetings, reunions, receptions, and more! 

Rates

$125 for up to 30 people | $5 more for each additional person. 

$50 deposit required to reserve space on desired day. 

Up to 3 hours during open hours. 

Fee includes admission for all attendees. 

10% discount for museum members! 

Observation Car

Seats 30

The observation car provides unparalleled views of Main St. in an immersive vintage passenger travel atmosphere. 

The observation car provides unparalleled views of the Main St. rail crossing in an immersive vintage passenger travel atmosphere. Seating 30 people, the space is a favorite for birthday parties for all ages. It is also suitable for meetings or other gatherings. 

Offers: 

  • Tables and chairs. 
  • Access to refrigerator upon request. 
  • Bathrooms and drinking fountain in museum. 
  • Long table for serving food and drinks. 
  • View of Main Street RR crossing (with frequent trains passing). 

Rules: 

  • No smoking or alcohol.
  • Food and drink cannot be taken into the museum. It must stay in the observation car or can be taken outside. 
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

NOTE: Decorations are not included.

 

Event Space

Seats 100

A flexible space housed in an early 20th century railroad freight house, with old wooden doors, exposed timber beams, and distressed brick walls that provide it an ideal charm. 

The event space comes with tables and chairs to seat up to 100 people, with optional black table clothes making it perfect for casual and elegant affairs alike. Flexible space can be used for gatherings large and small. 

Amenities: 

  • Tables and chairs 
  • Black table clothes (optional)
  • String lights 
  • Projector 
  • Bar and/or long tables for serving food and drinks
  • Bathrooms and drinking fountain close by 

Rules: 

  • No smoking or alcohol. 
  • No helium balloons. 
  • Food and drink cannot be taken into the museum. It must stay in the event space or can be taken outside. 
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 

Note: additional decorations are not provided. 

Book your event today!

Call to book: (574) 294-3001

NOTE: events must end at least 30 minutes before the museum closes (5pm). Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Decorations are not provided. 

Contact Us

National New York Central Railroad Museum

nnycrrm.info@cityofelkhartin.gov

Phone: (574) 294-3001


Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 10 AM - 5 PM EST