WISCASSET, WATERVILLE & FARMINGTON RAILWAY
Experience Living History and Local Culture aboard our Railway Excursions in the Heart of Midcoast Maine
WISCASSET, WATERVILLE & FARMINGTON RAILWAY
Experience Living History and Local Culture aboard our Railway Excursions in the Heart of Midcoast Maine
Welcome to the WW&F Railway!
The WW&F Railway traces its roots to 1894 when the Wiscasset and Quebec Railroad constructed a two-foot “narrow” gauge railroad northward from the bustling wharves of Wiscasset. Far short of its international delusions of grandeur, the railway of “big dreams and little wheels” instead reached 50 miles into the heart of central Maine.
Reorganized as the Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington, the Railway served Maine’s Sheepscot Valley faithfully for the next 40 years before closing during the Great Depression.
Brought back from extinction by a team of dedicated volunteers, today’s railway connects you with a Maine that has all but slipped away. See why the WW&F’s attractions and special events are among the best things to do in the Midcoast and our membership and volunteer programs have helped to set the standard for railway preservation in the United States. Join us to experience authentic Maine. It is yours to discover and explore – we will take you there.
Welcome to the WW&F Railway!
The WW&F Railway traces its roots to 1894 when the Wiscasset and Quebec Railroad constructed a two-foot “narrow” gauge railroad northward from the bustling wharves of Wiscasset. Far short of its international delusions of grandeur, the railway of “big dreams and little wheels” instead reached 50 miles into the heart of central Maine.
Reorganized as the Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington, the Railway served Maine’s Sheepscot Valley faithfully for the next 40 years before closing during the Great Depression.
Brought back from extinction by a team of dedicated volunteers, today’s railway connects you with a Maine that has all but slipped away. See why the WW&F’s attractions and special events are among the best things to do in the Midcoast and our membership (create link to membership page) and volunteer (create link to volunteering page) programs have helped to set the standard for railway preservation in the United States. Join us to experience authentic Maine. It is yours to discover and explore – we will take you there.
- Coming Soon
- 2.5 Hours
- All Ages
Experience a 20 minute steam-powered ride through the winter wonderland of Alna to Top of Mountain, then ride a horse-drawn sleigh to SeaLyon Farm for a perfect winter getaway!
- Ages 10+
Join the WW&F Railway’s volunteers and be a part of rebuilding Maine history! We typically have volunteers working on-site each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday; or sign up for one our special volunteering events. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome and needed.
Note: All train rides and activities start at our Sheepscot station at 97 Cross Road in Alna, Maine.
There are (presently) no stations in Wiscasset, Waterville, or Farmington.
Do not drive directly to SeaLyon Farm for joint events – you’ll miss your train ride!
- Coming Soon
Ride the Steam Train to see Santa and visit the SeaLyon Christmas Market to make an unforgettable Christmastime memory on the WW&F Railway!
- 1.5 Hours
- All Ages
Get Involved!
Membership
By becoming a museum member, you are helping to preserve a piece of Maine’s unique narrow gauge railroading history, and to educate the public in the importance railroads had to rural Maine in the early 1900s.
Volunteering
Volunteers are essential to our organization. They are family! We encourage new volunteers to come and find a place with us. All ages, abilities, and interests are welcome- there is truly something for everyone.
Donate
Railroad preservation exists only because of the generosity of others. Donations small and large are needed to rebuild Maine history in the Sheepscot Valley. Help u rebuild Maine History, donations appreciated!