Smithsonian Museum Day | B&O Railroad Museum

 

This year, spend Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day at the birthplace of American railroading!

Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian Magazine. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. 

Claim your Museum Day voucher to receive free admission on September 17 for you and a guest!

Upcoming Events at the B&O

The Polar Express™ Train Ride

Tickets on sale now!

Restoration Shop Tour

September 7 & October 19

Rail Rescue & Response Showcase

September 13

The American Freedom Train. A head-on shot of a black train with a red and gold sign that reads "The American Freedom Train"

Restoration Shop Tour: AFT No. 1

September 20 & October 18

Baltimore Honky Tonk with the U.S. Country Current

September 25

2025

New Monthly Tours

Climb aboard the B&O No. B-29 Jordan Spreader!

August 20, 23 & 24

Go inside the B&O No. 633 switcher!

September 17, 20 & 21

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