Train Tales

Storytime on the Train

Introduced in the summer of 2023, Train Tales is a youth program that brings history to life through storytelling at the Train Depot Museum. Gathered inside Passenger Coach 81, children are invited to listen to engaging stories about people, events, nature, and everyday life from the past.

Reading and listening to stories is one of the most meaningful ways to spark an interest in history. Through these stories, young listeners are transported to earlier times, gaining a deeper understanding of how people lived and worked—and how those experiences helped shape the world we know today. Train Tales encourages curiosity, reflection, and an appreciation for the generations that came before us.

Story time also inspires a love of reading. Children often leave with a desire to learn more about the people, places, and ideas introduced during each session.

Train Tales is offered each month, June through August, and lasts approximately 45 minutes. Parents or guardians are asked to remain with their children during the program. Each session includes a short discussion following the story, along with a light snack.

There is no cost to participate. Each child may also choose a free, gently used book to take home. Following the program, the Arrowhead Library System Bookmobile will be available in the Tower Civic Center parking area, giving children the opportunity to check out additional books using their library card.

Watch this page, your email (for Historical Society members), or local newspapers for upcoming dates and featured book titles.

Location: Tower Train Depot at 404 Pine Street in Tower, MN.