Two narrow gauge locomotives (train engines) are prime attractions in the museum.
To simulate actual yard, signals right from wire operated Semaphore arm mechanical signals to colour light signals are Provided along with accessories in the yard. Important features of Railway working such as Level crossing gate and point machine etc. can also be seen
No Railway station can be imagined without platform. A majestic platform with ornate pillars provides access to Restaurant Car and Theatre car.
Embellished with emblems of forerunners of South Western Railway that served this region-Southern Mahratta Railway, Mysore and South Indian Railway etc., the Welcome Arch beckons visitors to explore the World of Railways. A Signature style ethnic structure serves as a ticket counter. One look at monochrome ticket will awaken nostalgia of steam engine. A selfie point with logo of Museum is provided so that visitors can freeze the memories of the visit to this museum for lifetime.
All the exhibits that run on track and are related to track such as rolling stock, Engines, coach , wagon, tanker, Permanent way material such as Rails, sleepers etc, Level crossing gate and signals are provided in the galleries set up in the greenery of the museum.
A tank wagon that was used for storing Water since pre-1950s and a narrow gauge wagon that was used to transport coal and ballast are also displayed. All the wheeled beauties have been illuminated with LED strips that lend a mystic glow to them during the night.
Short movies and videos that are both entertaining and educative are played at fixed show hours in the theatre
coach.
The exhibits in museum are arranged broadly in three sections the outdoor landscaping and in two cottages Malaprabha and Ghataprabha are named after rivers in this Part of India.
A narrow gauge coach depicts “Unity in Diversity” with Life size statues of passengers from various parts of country.t
A ride in toy train built in house by South Western Railway Will delight children & adults alike.
Malaprabha and Ghataprabha cottages define quintesential old age charm, house collection of indoor artifacts. Ghataprabha cottage features a model room with running train, all kinds of signaling instruments. History of Locomotives, wagons, coaches are presented along with wntique tools and plants IN Mechanical section. Glimpses of working of Railway on Medical and Security fronts can be seen. A colourful children activity room with fun facts on walls is also part of Ghataprabha. A MEMORABILIA counter where souvenirs can be bought and a history corner with logos of Pre-Independent Railway Companies are housed in this cottage.
At the entrance of Malaprabha, an art gallery features beautiful charcoal sketches. The booking office recalls old ticketing methods with its counter, card-printed tickets, and iron cash chests.
Overall the visit this to museum is sure to leave a lasting impression on the visitors and will also enhance heritage consciousness in them
To Satiate the taste buds of visitors, suruchi Cafeteria Provided in the museum offers a menu of regional delicacies in aesthetically designed exteriors with antique pillar.
