MTM Memberships

Are you passionate about trains, history, or hands-on projects? The Minnesota Transportation Museum (MTM) invites you to become part of our vibrant community! As a member, you’ll have countless opportunities to get involved, meet new people, and help keep the magic of railroads alive.

Why Join MTM?

Whether you want to roll up your sleeves in locomotive or coach restoration, welcome visitors to our museum, or serve as part of the crew on our operating railway, there’s a place for you here. Whatever your skills or interests, we can’t wait to help you make a difference while pursuing your passions.

Membership Benefits

• Hands-On Experiences: Be part of our restoration projects or join the action on our historic railway.
• Community Connection: Share your love of railroads with like-minded enthusiasts and make lifelong friends.
• Support History: Help preserve and celebrate our rich railroad heritage for future generations.

Get Started Today

Becoming a member is easy!

You can:

• Join or Renew Online
  For more information or questions, email us at [email protected]

Youth Members Welcome!

Are you between the ages of 14 and 17? MTM offers an Apprentice Membership designed just for you! This is the perfect opportunity to explore your passion for trains, learn new skills, and gain hands-on experience. Minors are encouraged to volunteer with a parent or guardian.

To get started:

• Join or Renew Online, and Complete the Minor Release of Liability Form included in your confirmation email.
• OR Download a Printable Membership Form and the Minor Release of Liability Form. Return both completed forms to the MTM Office with your membership payment.

Come aboard and help us preserve history, inspire visitors, and keep the spirit of railroads alive. We can’t wait to welcome you to the MTM family!

Individual Membership – $50

• Annual Membership
• Free individual admission to the Jackson Street Roundhouse during your membership year.
• 10% off any of JSR event tickets

Family Membership – $150

• Annual Membership
• Free admission for two adults and two children under 18 (same household) to the Jackson Street Roundhouse during your membership year.
• 10% off any of JSR event tickets

Large Family Membership – $250

• Annual Membership
• Free admission for 4 adults (Grandparents, Parents) and up to 4 children under 18 to the Jackson Street Roundhouse during your membership year.
• 10% of any of JSR event tickets

Apprentice Membership – $25

• Annual Membership
• For young people between 15 – 18 who are interested in volunteering at MTM.
• Free individual admission to the Jackson Street Roundhouse Museum during your membership year.

Support, Donate, and Enjoy the Ride

Join us as a valued donor and experience the perks of membership. Our Donation Levels function similarly to our memberships, but with an important distinction: your purchase is a tax-deductible contribution that directly supports our preservation efforts.

In return for your generous gift, you’ll receive a Member ID that grants you and your guests exclusive benefits throughout your donation year. All donors are recognized on our Donor Wall in appreciation of your meaningful support.

Your donation powers our restoration work and helps us preserve railway history for future generations. Join today—support the mission, and enjoy the ride.

• Enjoy exclusive membership benefits for Donors
• Tax-deductible

What’s included

Passenger Car Supporter – $500

• Free admission for you and up to 5 guests per visit to the Jackson Street Roundhouse during your donation year.
• Two regular season coach tickets to the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway.
• 10% discount at our retail stores.
• 20% of any JSR/OSCVR event tickets

First Class Supporter – $1,000

• Free admission for you and up to 5 guests per visit to the Jackson Street Roundhouse during your donation year
• Four anytime train tickets to the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
• 15% discount at our retail stores
• 25% off any JSR/OSCVR event tickets

Locomotive Supporter – $5,000

• Lifetime admission for two named adults and up to 4 guests per visit to the Jackson Street Roundhouse
• Four anytime train tickets to the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
• Four guest train tickets to share annually.
• 20% discount at our retail stores
• 30% off any JSR/OSCVR event tickets