Civil War Workshop | B&O Railroad Museum

Spend part of your Spring Break at the B&O!

In this hands on activity, kids will explore different narratives on what life was like during the American Civil War, and how it affected every member of society.

Recommended for ages 10+

Admission:

Included with Museum Admission. B&O Members FREE.

More events during Spring Break at the B&O

Monday, March 30, 2026– Friday, April 3, 2026

Join us at the Museum for a fun-filled week of interactive workshops, storytimes, and tours!

Maryland Railroad History Tour

Mon, March 30 @ 10:30 AM

On this tour, you will explore the ways that the B&O Railroad has contributed to major historic moments in Maryland state history. (All Ages)

Learn More

Peter Cooper Train Building Workshop

Mon, March 30 @ 11 AM

Build your own locomotive using wheels and PVC pipes, then test your creation by transporting key supplies—like coal and water—through our obstacle course. (Ages 3+)

Learn More

Build Your Own Locomotive!

Mon, March 30 @ 11 AM

Cut out and design your own locomotive to take home! All materials are provided in Junior Junction. (Grades PreK-2)

Learn More

Railroad Technology Tour

Tues, March 31 @ 10:30 AM

Explore the evolution of key technology used on the railroad from the first passenger cars pulled by horses to the modern high-speed rail. (All ages)

Learn More

Granville T. Woods Telegraph Challenge

Tues, March 31 @ 11 AM- 2 PM

Use Granville T. Woods’ Multiplex Railway telegraph to send messages to your friends using basic telegraph technology. (Grades 3+)

Learn More

Solve the Puzzle!

Tues, March 31 @ 11 AM-@ 2 PM

Use the secret code to connect the dots and solve the word puzzle. All materials are provided in Junior Junction. (Grades PreK-2)

Learn More

“Women on the Rails” Tour

Wed, April 1 @ 10:30 AM

Learn about the women of the B&O’s history who contributed to the style, design, and infrastructure of notable B&O collection pieces. (All ages)

Learn More

Olive Dennis Bridge-Making Workshop

Wed, April 1 @ 11 AM- 2 PM

Can your bridge withstand a locomotive? Inspired by Olive Dennis, one of America’s first female civil engineers, you will design and test bridges strong enough to carry a model train car. (Grades 3+)

Learn More

Design Your Own Plate!

Wed, April 1 @ 11 AM- 2 PM

Just like the historic dinnerware that guests used on luxury railroads, come to Junior Junction to design your own dining China to take home. (Grades PreK-2)

Learn More

Railroad Safety Tour

Thur, April 2 @ 11 AM- 2 PM

Learn how the railroad keeps its workers and passengers safe now and throughout the past 200 years of B&O Railroad history. (All Ages)

Learn More

“Making and Braking” Workshop

Thur, April 2 @ 11 AM- 2 PM

Make a claw inspired by engineer George Westinghouse’s innovative automatic air braking system!(Grades 3+)

Learn More

Safety & Signals Practice

Thur, April 2 @ 11 AM- 2 PM

Think you know your railway signs and safety signals? Take this quiz in our Junior Junction to find out how much you know! (Grades PreK-2)

Learn More

American Railroad Engineering Tour

Fri, April 3 @ 10:30 AM

Discover the engineers who built America’s railroads, learn how they improved the B&O, and see how their inventions changed transportation across the country! (All ages)

Learn More