Railroad Scams & Scandals Group Tour in Council Bluffs
Uncover the schemes behind America's railroad history
Duration
1 hr
Ideal For
10 to 30 people
Includes
Guided tour, Railroad crime stories
Highlights
Explore the seedier side of American railroad history on a guided museum tour. Discover how railroads created opportunities for crime at every level of society.
- Delve into stories of con artists and large-scale financial scandals
- Explore the history of petty theft tied to the railroads
- Learn how Union Pacific's Special Agents protected the railroad from theft and con artists
Important details
- Wear a mask inside the museum.
- Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
Product ID: RTUD7X
FAQs
A minimum of 10 people is required, with a maximum group size of 30.
Yes. Up to two reserved wheelchairs are available at the museum.
Yes. Up to three reserved bus or van parking spaces are available near the main entrance on Pearl Street or Willow Street, with no meter charge. Park in the reserved spaces marked by orange bags labeled "no parking".
Meeting details
Union Pacific Railroad Museum, 200 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Experience provided by Union Pacific Railroad Museum Association
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