Unveiling of the American Freedom Train No. 1 | B&O Railroad Museum

After much anticipation, we’re thrilled to invite you to experience the newly restored American Freedom Train (AFT) No. 1—a powerful symbol of American pride, unity, and ingenuity. 

The American Freedom Train captured the nation’s imagination during its 21-month Bicentennial journey from April 1975 to December 1976, visiting all 48 contiguous states and 138 cities. Onboard were more than 500 treasured artifacts of American history and culture—from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s robes to Judy Garland’s Wizard of Oz dress—drawing over 7 million visitors nationwide. 

Be the first to see this newly restored American icon!

*The cosmetic restoration of the American Freedom Train No. 1 is being supported in part by a Federal Save America’s Treasures grant administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and by generous private donors.

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Kristina R.
November 2024

This was such an awesome experience! The trains inside were phenomenal and all very well kept. But we went ahead and did the train ride also and that was just icing on the cake! This is a great experience for kids, teens, and adults like myself.

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