Facts on the Tracks Lesson 7: Gold Coast Railroad Museum (Part 1)

A vintage train at a scenic outdoor railroad museum setting, with palm trees and blue sky in the background.

Explore the Gold Coast Railroad Museum

Test your knowledge about the fascinating history of the Gold Coast Railroad Museum! This quiz covers important facts about exhibits, donations, and events related to the museum, making it a perfect activity for railroad enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

Challenges include:

  • Multiple choice questions
  • True or False queries
  • Details about the museum’s history and relocation
10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by ExploringTrain22
Who donated the FEC #153?
Florida East Coast Railway
U.S Sugar company
Amtrack
None of the above
What year was the FEC #153 donated?
1945
1956
1960
1957
True or False: William J. Godfrey approached Dr.Pearson with the idea of obtaining the Magellan
True
False
How much did a “Gold Coast Ride” cost in 1961
30 cents including admission
50 cents including admission
45 cents including admission
60 cents including admission
Why was the Miami Railroad Historical Society (MRHS) formed?
To manage the buying of trains
To manage the building if the museum
To oversee maintenance and operation of the locomotives
All of the above
When did the Ferdinand Magellan arrive at the museum?
January 17, 1959
January 17, 1969
September 5, 1958
August 18, 1957
Why did the Museum have to move to FT.Lauderdale?
The land was to be used as a CIA listening post
Low guest turn out
Administrative issues
All of the above
What year did the Museum begin the move to FT.Luaderdale?
1965
1945
1966
1980
What was built in the FT.Lauderdale location of the museum
I-595
Strip mall
Restaurants
A Theme parks
Where did the Museum move after leaving FT.Lauderdale?
It closed down
Weston Florida
Back to its original location
None of the above
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