In celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Museum’s new exhibit, The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad, the B&O is hosting special programming on Sun, Jan. 15 and MLK Day, Mon, Jan. 16.

Programs include a performance by the historic Union Baptist Church’s choir with an introduction by Reverend Montgomery, scheduled The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O and From Slavery to Civil Rights tours, and kid-focused educational activities throughout the weekend.


Event Schedule

Sunday, January 15
10 AM – 2 PM: Kids Activity in Roundhouse  
11:30 AM: Train Ride*
1 PM: Train Ride*
2 – 3 PM: Union Baptist Choir and Children’s Choir performance 
3 PM: The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Public Tour 

Monday, January 16
10 AM – 1 PM: Educational activities in the Roundhouse for kids
12 PM: Train Ride*
1 – 1:30 PM: From Slavery to Civil Rights Public Tour 


Programming included with Museum AdmissionB&O Members FREE.
*Train ride tickets not included in admission price. Train ride tickets can be purchased on-site.

More Upcoming Underground Railroad Events

The B&O Railroad Museum is proud to host events and activities related to our exhibit, The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad throughout 2023 — with live performances, lectures, and more.

Upcoming Events at the B&O

The Polar Express™ Train Ride

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

Holiday Toddler Time

December 5 @ 10:30 AM

B&O Holiday Market

November 22-24

2024

Monthly Tours

Go Inside B&O No. 4500 “Mikado”

December 26, 27 & 30

Afternoon Tea & A Toast: New Year’s at the B&O

December 29 @ 1-3 PM

Noon Year’s Eve

December 31 @ 10 AM-1 PM

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Patrese T.
June 2021

I love that the museum is what remains of the old train yard and the number and variety of train cars is remarkable.

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