Maryland History Storytime | B&O Railroad Museum

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

Come for a special reading of Jackrabbit McCabe & The Electric Telegraph by Lucy Margarat Rozier and Leo Espinosa, with a special craft to go along with the book.

Recommended for ages 4-8

Admission:

Included with Museum Admission. B&O Members FREE.

More events during Spring Break at the B&O

Monday, April 14 – Friday, April 18, 2025

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

Lego Engineering Workshop

Mon, April 14, 2025 @ 11 am

Calling all engineers! Kids will build their own vehicle and race it down a track. Recommended for ages 8+

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Civil War Tour

Mon, April 14, 2025 @ 1 pm

Kids will discover and explore the impact the B&O Railroad had on the outcome of the US Civil War. Recommended for ages 10+

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“Technology Changes” Tour

Tue, April 15, 2025 @ 11 am

Kids will explore the evolution of technology used on the railroad. Recommended for ages 8+

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Civil War Workshop

Tue, April 15, 2025 @ 1 pm

In this hands on activity, kids will explore different narratives on what life was like during the American Civil War. Recommended ages 10+

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Tour the B&O No. X-4055 Camp Car

Wed, April 16, 2025 @ 10 am-4 pm

Don’t miss the chance to climb aboard the B&O No. X-4055 Camp Car, part of the B&O Unlocked series!

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Maryland History Storytime

Wed, April 16, 2025 @ 11 am

Come for a special reading of Jackrabbit McCabe & The Electric Telegraph! Recommended for ages 4-8

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“Commerce on the Railroad” Tour

Wed, April 16, 2025 @ 1 pm

This fun and upbeat tour teaches children about the types of freight cars used on the railroad and how the railroad connected communities around the world with unique and different foods! Recommended for ages 5+

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