Golden's Railroad Museum Eyed as Potential Home for Arvada's Trolley

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Arvada officials are considering whether the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden could become the final stop for the city's restored .04 Trolley. The historic streetcar has had a long, complicated journey to find a permanent home, including debates over Trolley Park, the Arvada Flour Mill, and ongoing storage costs in Wyoming.

Why it matters

The potential move to Golden's railroad museum would give the .04 Trolley a new lease on life and a prominent display space, after years of uncertainty over its future. It also highlights the ongoing efforts of Arvada and neighboring communities to preserve local transportation history and attractions.

The details

The .04 Trolley was originally operated by the Denver Tramway Company, running between Denver and Arvada from 1902 to 1950. After years of restoration efforts, Arvada officials are now weighing whether to permanently house the trolley at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, which features a collection of historic trains and rail equipment.

• Arvada has been working to restore and find a permanent home for the .04 Trolley since the early 2000s.
• The trolley has been in storage in Wyoming, incurring ongoing costs for Arvada, since 2019.

What’s next

Arvada officials will continue to evaluate the feasibility and logistics of moving the .04 Trolley to the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden as a potential permanent home for the historic streetcar.