Victoria Sterling

Quiet neighborhood park with Oregon Trail historical site.

A LOT of stuff here. I feel like this museum could be culled by a knowledgeable curator to make it more educational overall. It is too much to take in and seems to have an identity crisis. Is it a rail museum? If so why the abundance of cars and telephones and various household kitchen goods? A strong editorial hand is needed to bring this place to the next level. Right now it's like visiting someone's aunt's attic clean out. Choose a focus and stick with it. Terrific model train set is the deserved centerpiece but the exhibits along the walls are overwhelmed by too much stuff. An example: luggage from the railroad travel era - great - but one strong exhibit would be enough. Another example: lanterns for the signalman a smaller selection of color and a few styles would suffice along with a short explanation of what would be used when and where. Just because someone donated an item does not mean it needs to be displayed. One could actually learn a lot from things this museum holds if the presentation were more coherent and CONCISE.

Terrific seafood focused restaurant run by Chef Mark Grosz. All the fish is wonderfully prepared and other dishes are equally delectable. The bouillabaisse is a favorite of my husband's I lean towards the fish preparations. Save room for dessert. It's worth it!