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August 2018
Bikes & Beers
On Wednesday, August 22 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. we will be extending our hours and encouraging visitors to bike to the Museum. There will be a cash bar onsite for those who are of age and would like to enjoy a beer while exploring the trains. So call up some friends and peddle over to the National Railroad Museum for a night of Bikes & Beers! Admission will be reduced to $5 per person, and FREE to all who…
Find out more »October 2018
The Great Pumpkin Train
Join us on Saturday, October 13 & Saturday, October 20 for a fun-filled day of music, games, activities, and pumpkin selecting! Rain or shine, each admission to the Great Pumpkin Train includes indoor live entertainment, crafts, and games for children of all ages — in addition to a ride on the train to the pumpkin patch, where you can find your own pumpkin to take home with you! Advance reservations are not necessary. Tickets can be purchased at the main…
Find out more »November 2018
Festival of Trees
The Festival of Trees will be on display in the Lenfestey Center and throughout the Museum from November 15, 2018 through January 7, 2018. Stroll through the Museum’s indoor train exhibits and see more than 40 trees decorated by local businesses and nonprofit organizations. Times for Festival of Trees are: Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CLOSED CHRISTMAS EVE & CHRISTMAS DAY New Year's Eve 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CLOSED NEW…
Find out more »THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
The Polar Express™ at the National Railroad Museum features a live rendition of the Hot Chocolate Dance followed by a dramatic reading of the original Polar Express™ book. Patrons then board the train for the ride to the North Pole. Once we reach the top of the world, Santa personally greets each and every child.
Find out more »December 2018
Holiday on the Rails
You are invited to the National Railroad Museum for a seasonal educational event, featuring activities to make your holiday jolly. Holiday on the Rails is ideal for children in pre-K through 2nd grade to share in the magic of the season. We explore the decorated trees, the big trains, listen to stories, play games, do crafts, decorate cookies, take a train ride, and visit with Santa. Visitors move between numerous activity stations, each featuring interactive, hands-on holiday experiences. Plan for…
Find out more »Holiday on the Rails
You are invited to the National Railroad Museum for a seasonal educational event, featuring activities to make your holiday jolly. Holiday on the Rails is ideal for children in pre-K through 2nd grade to share in the magic of the season. We explore the decorated trees, the big trains, listen to stories, play games, do crafts, decorate cookies, take a train ride, and visit with Santa. Visitors move between numerous activity stations, each featuring interactive, hands-on holiday experiences. Plan for…
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