Lake Superior Railroad Museum

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  • History in a Pint: Bicentennial Boom

    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    The St. Louis County Historical Society is thrilled to announce the rescheduled date for the Bicentennial Boom presentation. Hosted at the historic Lake Superior Railroad Museum inside the St. Louis County Depot (506 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN), this is the last of our three-part series — collectively themed “A Summer of Storytelling” — with an engaging blend of local triumph, humorous misadventures, and poignant wartime reflections. Attendees can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with a cash bar while diving deep into the history and narratives that shaped our region and nation. Bicentennial Boom 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 3, 2026 “Charting a New Course: How Duluth Harnessed the ‘Spirit of '76” While Duluth’s economic struggles of the early 1970s are well-documented, its incredible Bicentennial boom is a story waiting to be told. In 1975 and 1976, dozens of diverse ethnic festivals celebrated Northland heritage, sparking major community improvements —...

    Free
  • Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum

    Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum
    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Saturdays all winter long… The familiar strains of Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train, means it’s time for Jazz at the Depot starting at 3:00pm, EVERY SATURDAY in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. Shows are each Saturday through the end of April. The Railroad Museum welcomes the Trackside Depot Jazz Band, with three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites and modern fusion. It’s three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites, and modern fusion. The group’s versatility is sprinkled with interesting artist profiles and there’s always a Train Story from Executive Director Ken Buehler. Because, if you work it hard enough, it all comes back to the railroad. Jazz at the Depot features a full bar, there’s also fresh popcorn, snacks, gourmet hotdogs with all the fixings, and a delicious dessert. Jazz at the Depot is sponsored by Kenzen Auto Mall home of Honda, Nissan and Lincoln and Midwest Communications KDAL-AM, WDSM-AM...

    $7
  • Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum

    Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum
    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Saturdays all winter long… The familiar strains of Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train, means it’s time for Jazz at the Depot starting at 3:00pm, EVERY SATURDAY in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. Shows are each Saturday through the end of April. The Railroad Museum welcomes the Trackside Depot Jazz Band, with three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites and modern fusion. It’s three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites, and modern fusion. The group’s versatility is sprinkled with interesting artist profiles and there’s always a Train Story from Executive Director Ken Buehler. Because, if you work it hard enough, it all comes back to the railroad. Jazz at the Depot features a full bar, there’s also fresh popcorn, snacks, gourmet hotdogs with all the fixings, and a delicious dessert. Jazz at the Depot is sponsored by Kenzen Auto Mall home of Honda, Nissan and Lincoln and Midwest Communications KDAL-AM, WDSM-AM...

    $7
  • Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum

    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Saturdays all winter long… The familiar strains of Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train, means it’s time for Jazz at the Depot starting at 3:00pm, EVERY SATURDAY in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. Shows are each Saturday through the end of April. The Railroad Museum welcomes the Trackside Depot Jazz Band, with three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites and modern fusion. It’s three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites, and modern fusion. The group’s versatility is sprinkled with interesting artist profiles and there’s always a Train Story from Executive Director Ken Buehler. Because, if you work it hard enough, it all comes back to the railroad. Jazz at the Depot features a full bar, there’s also fresh popcorn, snacks, gourmet hotdogs with all the fixings, and a delicious dessert. Jazz at the Depot is sponsored by Kenzen Auto Mall home of Honda, Nissan and Lincoln and Midwest Communications KDAL-AM, WDSM-AM...

    $7
  • Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum

    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Saturdays all winter long… The familiar strains of Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train, means it’s time for Jazz at the Depot starting at 3:00pm, EVERY SATURDAY in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. Shows are each Saturday through the end of April. The Railroad Museum welcomes the Trackside Depot Jazz Band, with three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites and modern fusion. It’s three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites, and modern fusion. The group’s versatility is sprinkled with interesting artist profiles and there’s always a Train Story from Executive Director Ken Buehler. Because, if you work it hard enough, it all comes back to the railroad. Jazz at the Depot features a full bar, there’s also fresh popcorn, snacks, gourmet hotdogs with all the fixings, and a delicious dessert. Jazz at the Depot is sponsored by Kenzen Auto Mall home of Honda, Nissan and Lincoln and Midwest Communications KDAL-AM, WDSM-AM...

    $7
  • Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum

    Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum
    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Saturdays all winter long… The familiar strains of Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train, means it’s time for Jazz at the Depot starting at 3:00pm, EVERY SATURDAY in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. Shows are each Saturday through the end of April. The Railroad Museum welcomes the Trackside Depot Jazz Band, with three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites and modern fusion. It’s three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites, and modern fusion. The group’s versatility is sprinkled with interesting artist profiles and there’s always a Train Story from Executive Director Ken Buehler. Because, if you work it hard enough, it all comes back to the railroad. Jazz at the Depot features a full bar, there’s also fresh popcorn, snacks, gourmet hotdogs with all the fixings, and a delicious dessert. Jazz at the Depot is sponsored by Kenzen Auto Mall home of Honda, Nissan and Lincoln and Midwest Communications KDAL-AM, WDSM-AM...

    $7
  • Volun-Cheers, Twin Ports!

    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    This year for National Volunteer Week, Head of the Lakes United Way is teaming up with our non-profit partners in the Twin Ports and on the Northshore to celebrate current volunteers and spark volun-curiousity for those looking to give back to their community. We are hosting two Volun-Cheers events that will feature door prizes, food, music and a chance to mingle with volunteers, volunteer coordinators, leaders from local non-profit organizations, sponsors and participating businesses.

    Free
  • Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum

    Jazz at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum
    Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W Michigan St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Saturdays all winter long… The familiar strains of Duke Ellington’s Take the A Train, means it’s time for Jazz at the Depot starting at 3:00pm, EVERY SATURDAY in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum. Shows are each Saturday through the end of April. The Railroad Museum welcomes the Trackside Depot Jazz Band, with three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites and modern fusion. It’s three hours of big band hits, classic jazz favorites, and modern fusion. The group’s versatility is sprinkled with interesting artist profiles and there’s always a Train Story from Executive Director Ken Buehler. Because, if you work it hard enough, it all comes back to the railroad. Jazz at the Depot features a full bar, there’s also fresh popcorn, snacks, gourmet hotdogs with all the fixings, and a delicious dessert. Jazz at the Depot is sponsored by Kenzen Auto Mall home of Honda, Nissan and Lincoln and Midwest Communications KDAL-AM, WDSM-AM...

    $7