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  • 5/5 Stanley R. 2 years ago on Google • 288 reviews
    Only open one day a month but man is it awesome! Free admission! Free Parking! I would suggest a donation though as it is truly worth paying for. Even the souvenir prices are cheap! And some truly amazing Disney collectibles! If you love trains or Walt Disney, this is a must see place.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nikki A. 2 years ago on Google • 118 reviews
    🛤🚂🛤🚂 There was so much to see in such a tiny barn. This barn (relocated to the park in 1999) is also considered to be the where the beginning of WED (aka Walt Disney Imagineering) happened. There is also an original Disneyland railroad car and Santa Fe x Disneyland exhibit at the site. They do have a souvenir stand with a variety of Disney books and items for Disney history and park info. Admission and parking are free, and it is only open the third Sunday of each month. Lots of artifacts for Disney parks transportation fans to enjoy.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hang N. 2 years ago on Google • 220 reviews
    This place is run by volunteers. Everyone was very knowledgeable and friendly. It’s opened to the public once a month, check out their calendar for dates. They do check covid vaccine cards. The parking is free and admission is no cost. However, donations are welcomed! It takes about an hour to view everything. Highly recommend if you are in the area.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tu L. 5 months ago on Google • 1198 reviews
    This is a free park to visit, but donations is what keeps them operating. Get there early as there's is limited parking and it does move slow going through that museums. They have 2 buildings housing artifacts and pictures. On rainy days or days after a rain, they may or may not run the train to ride on. There's also a minimum height requirement. We didn't get to ride on the day we went due to wet tracks.

  • 5/5 Alisha G. 2 years ago on Google • 117 reviews
    Such a neat experience. Open one Sunday a month, only a few hours. You get to absorb as much Disney knowledge as you can.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel W. 2 years ago on Google
    Small, charming glimpse into Disney's passion for steam trains. You can see how the seeds of Disneyland were sewn here. Open and free every third Sunday.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 jennifer p. 9 months ago on Google • 41 reviews
    very cool experience. the barn itself had a wait to get in. it can move slowly because there are people that will look at and read every single information card. i loved the model of natures wonderland and how disneyland looked back then in that area. the people working there are very nice and knowledge. i went today for a book signing with becky cline and i’ve wanted to go for years. i’ve also been dying for some merch to look at.. there’s nothing online to look at or buy. i took pictures so people have an idea of what there is to purchase. there are no real bathrooms.. just portable toilets really. that’s not ideal but better than nothing i guess?
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 rob h. 6 years ago on Google
    Awesome place! Great history and learning about the early days of Walt's fascination with model railroads which lead to the creation of Disneyland.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kinjo Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing place and friendly staff. Love this place!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Itzel G. 5 years ago on Google
    It was very beautiful. I personally love the telegram and the train models they have inside. It is a wonderful place to visit with friends and family. They have some of Walt Disney's belongings and some of his own documents related to purchasing and forming the train station. He loved trains and even made this gorgeous place. I love it and I personally recommend this place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 C B. 1 year ago on Google • 74 reviews
    Absolutely incredible. True Walt fans will love this! The volunteers were super friendly and helpful. Lots of fun history and cool stuff to see. Such a fun day!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Simon L. 4 years ago on Google
    A hidden gem located in Griffith park, the volunteers here celebrate and carry the legacy of Walt Disney and his love for trains. The barn is restored and furnished with countless artifacts highlighting his interest in trains and his joy in sharing that with others. The location is opened once a month on the 3rd Sunday (1st Sunday offered during the summer months) and free parking is available in the adjacent lot.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Guadalupe H. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a great place to take a moment to see everything and enjoy the time and effort
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cool learning about Walt Disney and his love of trains.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Frank 10 months ago on Google • 117 reviews
    Great place to learn some history and see some great artifacts of Walt’s.

  • 5/5 Serena A. 5 years ago on Google • 53 reviews
    It was very interesting to learn about walt's love of trains. I would recommend getting here early, before 11am. They didnt let us in until 11:15, but it was packed. they have some exclusive items for purchase as well. Very kid friendly. Free!

  • 5/5 Richard S. 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    If you’re a train lover, this is the spot. A great piece of Walt Disneys history. Tells and shows the history of how DisneyLand became. It’s open 3rd Sunday of every month. A lot of Disney history here.

  • 5/5 Marc G. 11 months ago on Google
    Sooo cute! Loved this place! Really enjoyed ridding the miniature train. Just a heads up, to enjoy all three attractions/museums in the area allow yourself around 3 hours. Also the Barn is only open the 3ird Sunday of each month. The miniature train ride is open every Sunday and the train museum is every day. Dogs are allowed, and everything is free except the train ride ($4)

  • 5/5 carroll ann P. 1 year ago on Google
    Really fun and interesting place. The volunteers have oodles of knowledge and antidotes. Lots of memorabilia. Great for Disney needs and even if you are not! Not too large and easy day for families. The ride on train is within easy walking distance. FREE

  • 5/5 Regina 1 year ago on Google
    Fun open house event. Good to catch it the one day a month it's open to the public. Lots of opportunities to join with a membership and volunteer hours for more access to their toys.

  • 5/5 Scott Y. 4 years ago on Google
    One of those hidden gems.

  • 5/5 Rudy V. 2 years ago on Google
    Very quaint .. met Floyd Norman!!! 😲

  • 2/5 SSGT G. 4 years ago on Google
    Very long wait for a very small place. I never got to see the inside of the barn due to the long line.

  • 5/5 Kevin N. 4 years ago on Google
    If your a Disney fan this is a must go this barn was actually built and owned by Walt Disney him self a replica of the one his family owned in Marcalin Missouri


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