Try your hand at building mechanics with LEGOs!  

Kids will learn how to build various mechanical items found on the railroad using LEGOs. These mechanical items employ simple machines in their process and are a great way for kids to peek into the world of engineering!  

Recommended for Ages 8+ 

This workshop does not include a take-home creation. 

Admission:

Space is limited for this workshop. Pre-registration is required. 
FREE for B&O Members. B&O Members: enter your member ID or email at checkout to receive discount.

“Participating” Child/Adult/Senior tickets include workshop and Museum Admission.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. “Non-participating” tickets, for those accompanying participants, include Museum Admission only.

More Back to School Brick Week activities

Build up to back to school with Brick Week at the B&O!

Join the B&O, Charm City LEGO User Group & our friends from Brick Universe Fan Exhibition for a great way to kick off the new school year! 

All week, participate in interactive workshops and art activities from building simple machines to creating your own LEGO mosaic! Additionally, come in and see our LEGO contest submissions. 

August 17 & 18

Come out and see the LEGO model train layout created by the Charm City LEGO Users Group.   

August 19-24

Brick Universe Fan Exhibition will have two LEGO mosaics on display!  

See more from the week’s schedule below.

Note: Some workshops require pre-registration.

Mile One Express Train Rides will be available Thursday, August 22 & Friday, August 23 @ 11:30 AM. All Aboard!

Upcoming Events at the B&O

2024

Monthly Tours

Tour the B&O No. 7701 “Dreamland Sleeper”

August 14, 17 & 18

The Polar Express™ Train Ride

Nov. 29-30 & Dec. 1, 6-8, 12-15 & 18-22

July 1-31

Submit your creation!

July 28 & August 11

12-1 PM

Sensory Inclusive Summer Camp

Week 4: August 5-9

August 17-24

Workshops & More!

September 7

10 AM – 3:30 PM

Tour the Pere Marquette No. 11 Diesel Switcher!

September 11, 14 & 15

Diesel Days are Back!

September 21 @ 12 – 2 PM

September 28

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

Restoration Shop Tour

October 13 @ 11 AM

Tails on the Rails

October 27 @ 2 – 5 PM

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Ransom007
Anaheim, CA

The roundhouse was my favorite part, because it gives a true feel for what goes on in a roundhouse—the cars are stationary, but seeing the actual tracks is eye-opening.

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