All Aboard the Sydenstricker Open House!

Saturday, November 7th, 10 AM – 2 PM

Join us for our monthly Open House featuring a special exhibit: Engines of Progress: Innovation and Trains.

Discover how railways revolutionized travel and explore the clever problem-solving—including work by local inventors—that made the tracks safer and better.

• Train Layout & Fun: Get an up-close look at an operating model train layout. Young engineers can put on a conductor’s hat, sound the bell and whistle, and blow the horn!

• Final Bidding on Nov. 7th at 2:00pm: Place your final bids on a vintage, fully furnished Magnuson “Queen Victoria” dollhouse. Designed by renowned model railroad pioneer Robert Lunde (of Lunde Studios and Magnuson Models), this 1:12 scale masterpiece features his iconic, handcrafted resin-cast brickwork and intricate traditional architecture.

Can’t make it in person? You can view photos, watch a video tour, and place your online bid here: sydenstrickerschoolhouse.org/dollhouse

All auction proceeds directly benefit our upcoming 100th birthday schoolhouse restoration work.

Thank you for supporting local history!