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About Orange Empire Railway Museum
Welcome to the Orange Empire Railway Museum, a storied railroad museum and multi-purpose event venue located on nearly 100 acres in Perris, California. Since its renaming in 2019 (formerly the Orange Empire Railway Museum), this campus continues to celebrate heritage railroading with on-site operating equipment, extensive exhibit spaces, and a host of family-friendly events. Whether you’re planning a large public event, a corporate gathering, or a weekend excursion, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket options and practical details to help you secure your seats or plan your visit.
Parking is free on-site, and the museum provides ample space for guests arriving by car. For those using public transit, the closest rail option is Metrolink Perris-Downtown, with taxi service roughly 2.1 miles from the station during select event weekends. The venue is built to host various activities—from immersive hands-on experiences like Run One to iconic seasonal events such as Day Out With Thomas and The Polar Express. Explore the parking, transportation, and nearby lodging recommendations below to plan a smooth visit.
Orange Empire Railway Museum offers a range of spaces and seating arrangements during events. While there isn’t a published general seating chart, certain venues like the Party Caboose can accommodate up to 25 guests inside. The campus features multiple exhibit spaces and working heritage trains, giving visitors a genuine glimpse into railroad history. If you’re coordinating a meetup, fundraiser, or film shoot, our team can help you navigate space options and scheduling. For accommodations, we’ve highlighted nearby hotel options in Perris and the surrounding Riverside County area, with affiliate-friendly recommendations for convenient dining and stays. Secure your seats and plan your rail-themed experience with confidence—we’ve got you covered.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Current name: Southern California Railway Museum; renamed in 2019; previously Orange Empire Railway Museum.
- Address: 2201 South A Street, Perris, CA 92570.
- Venue type: railroad museum and event venue with on-site heritage railroad operations and multiple exhibit spaces.
- Parking: museum parking is free on-site.
- Seating/chart: no published seating chart; specific venues include a Party Caboose that seats up to 25 inside.
- Size/capacity: campus covers nearly 100 acres with miles of track for exhibits and operations.
- Transit: nearest public transit is Metrolink Perris-Downtown; taxi ~2.1 miles from the station; weekend rides operate on certain events.
- Nearby hotels: multiple options in Perris and nearby Moreno Valley/Riverside; examples include Fairfield Inn & Suites Riverside Perris and Residence Inn by Marriott Riverside Moreno Valley.
- Notable events hosted: Day Out With Thomas, The Polar Express, Antique Truck Show, Sizzling Summer Nights, Weekend train/trolley rides; Run One hands-on operation experiences.