Did you know Westcliffe wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for the railroad? All Aboard Westcliffe (AAW) is dedicated to the preservation and presentation of the unique railroad history of the Westcliffe Branch of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad which operated in the Wet Mountain Valley 1881-1889 and again 1901 to 1937. AAW has three museums consisting of a one-of-a-kind Engine House, the 1901 Depot on Main Street, and a model railroad museum. The Depot and the Engine House are both on the Colorado Registry of Historic Places. Three wooden railcars are also on display. Donations to AAW go directly to acquiring, refurbishing and maintaining buildings, railroad rolling stock, equipment, tools and artifacts. AAW is a fully local and volunteer organization. Future dreams include the addition of a period cattle car to represent the huge role agriculture played in the securing the branch line to Westcliffe.
The AAW Heritage complex includes buildings and rail cars at 110 Rosita Ave and 102 Main Street.
Your generous support is appreciated.
