Grand scale railroad to be built at the Michigan Flywheelers Museum in South Haven, Michigan.

COMING SOON! We are please to announce that plans are in the works to build a grand scale railroad at the museum! When completed, the railroad will feature the historic Hanson Express #902 engine that was once part of the House of David’s Eden Springs Amusement Park in Benton Harbor, Michigan.

Hanson 902
The House of David engine 902 has a new home at the museum!

This historic engine was donated to the museum by business owners Russ and Merlin Hanson who had purchased the engine many years ago and had it restored.

MFM President Patrick Ingalls (L) signing the papers turning over the ownership of the Hanson Express. Also pictured: Russ Hanson (R)
MFM President Patrick Ingalls (L) signing the papers accepting the ownership of the Hanson Express. Also pictured: Russ Hanson (R)

Railroad on track to completion

2023 UPDATE- Construction has started on the Black River Railroad route and we have almost completed half the loop! When completed, the track will circle around the outskirts of the property. Additional acreage was purchased with the goal of building a roundhouse and depot.