Historical Land Adventure at Union Pacific Railroad Museum
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels
Overview
Step back into history at the Union Pacific Railroad Museum in Omaha, where artifacts and interactive exhibits reveal the story of America’s first transcontinental railroad. Discover how this engineering feat transformed the nation and shaped the Western landscape.
Legacy of the Transcontinental Railroad (7th-12th)
$5 per Student / $5 Per Chaperone | 2 hour | Grades 7 - 12th Grade
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About This Adventure
All Aboard!
Rates
No cost for Teachers and Bus Drivers
Student: $5 | Adult Chaperone: $5 | Ages 18+
Duration and Capacity
- 2 hours
- Available Tuesdays and Wednesdays Minimum of 10 students required Maximum of 1 classroom or 40 people
- We will do our best to accommodate larger groups. If you would like to bring more students to the museum, please email zachary.rady@upcontractor.up.com
About this School Program
Come investigate: what does the transcontinental railroad mean in American History? Students will analyze the museum's exhibits, examine primary sources representing multiple historical perspectives, and use what they've learned to design their own exhibit to answer the question: what is the legacy of the transcontinental railroad?
This program is adaptable to AP US History Standards.
Adventure Tips
Visit the historic locomotives
Take time to explore the vintage train cars and get up close to the machinery that made history.
Join a guided tour
Enhance your experience with a guided walk through the exhibits and learn from knowledgeable staff.
Wear comfortable shoes
You'll be walking through exhibits and historic grounds, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Plan for an hour or two
Allocate enough time to fully enjoy the exhibits and galleries without feeling rushed.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Birds such as hawks and songbirds
- Squirrels and local urban wildlife
History
Constructed in the late 1800s, the transcontinental railroad revolutionized American travel and commerce, uniting the nation from coast to coast.
Conservation
The museum actively participates in preserving local history and engages in sustainability practices to protect the surrounding historic areas.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through exhibits and historic grounds.
Camera or smartphone
Capture memorable moments of the locomotives and exhibits.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while exploring the museum grounds.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from the sun during outdoor parts of the visit.
summer specific