Forney Museum of Transportation

The Forney Museum of Transportation houses the museum's one-of-a-kind collection of more than 800 transportation artifacts — from automobiles and motorcycles to locomotives, aircraft, carriages and diecast models. Exhibits highlight regional rail history, early automobiles and notable pieces such as a Union Pacific Big Boy steam locomotive and Amelia Earhart’s 1923 Kissel.

Located on Brighton Boulevard in Denver, the museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that runs public programs and offers space for events. Check the official site before you go for current exhibits, program schedules, admission and any temporary closures.

A compact, mostly indoor museum laid out by vehicle type with clear signage and glass cases for smaller collections.

Look out for:

• Union Pacific “Big Boy” steam locomotive #4005 and other large rail pieces.

• Amelia Earhart’s 1923 Kissel “Gold Bug” and early 20th-century automobiles like the 1923 Hispano-Suiza.

• Extensive motorcycle displays and matchbox/diecast collections for close-up viewing.

• Historic Denver street and rail cars, plus rotating temporary exhibits and model-railroad activities.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive with at least 90 minutes to see the major galleries and the large locomotives. Use on-site parking (free) and check the museum’s events calendar if you want to coincide with model-rail or family programs.

• Verify current hours (typically Thu–Mon, 10:00–17:00) before visiting.

• Admission prices are listed on the museum website; under-3s are generally free.

• Free on-site parking and motorcoach parking availability are noted on the official site.

• Large artifacts limit stroller/pushchair access in some tight gallery areas; call ahead for accessibility specifics.