Rotary Cannonball - Minneapolis and St. Louis #457 steam locomotive

Rotary Cannonball - Minneapolis and St. Louis #457 steam locomotive This page represents events sponsored by the "Friends of the 457" for preserving the M&StL steam locomotive #457. Join with us in preserving that heritage!

The engine is displayed year-round & is open for tours weekends, May 16 - Oct. 17 2026, 1PM-4PM.*

*Subject to weather & volunteer staffing Our Story

Friends of the 457, a volunteer committee of citizens concerned for the preservation of the Minneapolis & St Louis locomotive #457, sponsor numerous events throughout the year to highlight the historical importance and relevance of the 457 in the li

fe of Mason City and region. The Cannonball Day page reflects and promotes these activities to engender public support and funding. Over time, hundreds of volunteers have assisted. The website at www.friendsofthe457.org, and the page "Friends of the 457" offer further insight into the nature and activities of the committee. Volunteers comprise the heart and soul of Cannonball Day, the successful preservation of the locomotive, the Cannonball Gardens, and the spirit of dedication to the “children” of Mason City and surrounding areas, as noted on the dedicatory plaque from 1959. Contact us through the page on our website at http://www.friendsofthe457.org/pview.aspx?id=173&catid=6

The depot will be open (weather permitting) this Saturday, Sunday, & Monday 1pm-4pm! Only 7 more weekends of the open se...
09/05/2026

The depot will be open (weather permitting) this Saturday, Sunday, & Monday 1pm-4pm! Only 7 more weekends of the open season, come see us before the season ends.

08/30/2026

The depot has closed early due to the weather. Hope to see you next weekend.

Due the local heat advisory for this weekend, the Rotary Cannonball depot will be closed 7/25 & 7/26 for the safety of o...
07/25/2026

Due the local heat advisory for this weekend, the Rotary Cannonball depot will be closed 7/25 & 7/26 for the safety of our volunteers. Thank you!

We've got magnets in stock! Come see us during our open hours on Saturday and Sunday, 1PM-4PM
07/15/2026

We've got magnets in stock! Come see us during our open hours on Saturday and Sunday, 1PM-4PM

Wishing everyone a safe & happy 4th of July. We are open normal hours of 1pm-4pm this weekend. *subject to weather condi...
07/04/2026

Wishing everyone a safe & happy 4th of July. We are open normal hours of 1pm-4pm this weekend.

*subject to weather conditions and volunteer availability.

Pics from today's Fun Run, sponsored by Hy-Vee & Culvers
06/27/2026

Pics from today's Fun Run, sponsored by Hy-Vee & Culvers

Our 20th Cannonball Day has come to an end. There were 383 visitors through our gate today. What a blast, hope to do it ...
06/27/2026

Our 20th Cannonball Day has come to an end. There were 383 visitors through our gate today. What a blast, hope to do it all again next year! Due to the heat advisory warning for Sunday the 28th, for the safety of our volunteers, the depot will not be open.

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900 East State St
Mason City, IA
50401

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Saturday 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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