Miniature Locomotive, Used at Salisbury Beach, Massachusetts, circa 1905

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Artifact Overview

Cagney Brothers' Miniature Railway Company built light steam locomotives of various sizes and gauges for industrial and recreational uses. Cagney miniature railways were featured attractions at expositions, amusement parks, zoos, and resorts. This Cagney-built 4-4-0 steam locomotive pulled passengers on a half-mile-long track at the resort community of Salisbury Beach, Massachusetts. Cagney Brothers operated from 1898 to 1948.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Locomotive

Date Made

circa 1905

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.578.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Metal