Cuba, Missouri is now known as being a “Route 66 Mural City,” but it was once known for its railway. And this take on a mural celebrates that history: the 1873 Train Replica in Cuba, Missouri.
Cuba has deep roots in railroad history that shaped its growth and character. Established in 1857 with the arrival of the St. Louis & San Francisco Railway, Cuba became a vital stop for trains transporting goods and passengers across Missouri. The railroad brought economic growth, spurring local industries and connecting the town to larger cities. Cuba’s vibrant murals capture scenes of this golden age of railroads and its Route 66 heritage, giving visitors a glimpse into the days when trains ruled the landscape and fueled local prosperity.
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The 1873 Train Replica is a monument to the impact the railroad had on the town. Commisioned by Viva Cuba, a local beautification organization, it was installed embedded in a decorative brick wall in Viva Cuba Garden at the corner of Route 66 and Hwy 19 in July 2008.
The 325-pound, 15-foot long scale replica of an 1873 steam locomotive is made of steel and was sculpted in three pieces and then welded together by father and son team Glen and Curtis Tutterrow.
Visit this site while checking out all the murals and Route 66 attractions in town, like the Route 66 Rocker, Cowcatcher Seat, and Wagon Wheel Motel.
Photos of the 1873 Train Replica in Cuba, Missouri
