The Trolley

The film “The Trolley” tells the fabulous story of this means of transportation on rails. The images shot in 39 cities around the world bear witness to the remarkable impact this invention has had on people.

This 45-minute documentary by Stephen Low is now available to the Exporail visitors in English at 2:00 p.m. and in French at 3:00 p.m. Rate 5$ per person.

Guided Tours

Exporail offers guided tours of its permanent exhibition: Living the Canadian Railway Adventure. Come discover the great moments in the history of Canada’s railroads, from the founding fathers of the Canadian railroad to the universe of railway workers, to the birth of Montreal’s transit system, with its period streetcars.

The tour is available in English every Saturday and Sunday from 2:30 pm and lasts approx. 60 minutes. Schedule is subject to change without notice.

Guided tour in French is also available at 1:30 pm.

Model Trains Exhibition

August 20 and 21, 2022

This year, exhibitors from Quebec present their model trains to the public at Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum.

Much like engineers, model railroaders design these miniature worlds to include structures, rolling stock, buildings, and even landscapes.

Model railroaders will share their passion with visitors who want to know more about the design of miniature layouts. Visitors can make this experience more fun by participating in regular Museum activities.

Schedule: Saturday August, 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday August, 21 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Model Train Room at Exporail

Take the opportunity to have a look at the Exporail Gift shop: there will be a big sale of used books!