Twitchell-Rowland Homestead Museum Features Railroads Both Large and Small

Railroads both large and small from the past are the focus of Oxford's Twitchell-Rowland Homestead Museum's February and March displays.  On loan is a mint-condition c1935 Lionel train, complete with engine, coal tender, gondola, car carrier, caboose, as well as a water tower and station.  The museum is also showing vintage photos of the two New York, Hartford and New haven Railroad stations that once accommodated local passengers from 1880 - 1930.  These stations were located in Southford and at Towanic Hill.  The Twitchell-Rowland Homestead Museum is open on Sunday, February 2 and 16 and on March 2 and 16, from 2-4 p.m. or by appointment.  The museum is located at 60 Towner Lane in Oxford.  Admission is free and refreshments will be served.  For further information call 203 888-0230.