Peter Cooper Train Building Workshop | B&O Railroad Museum

Workshop

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. Can your design handle the weight and engineering challenges needed to reach the finish line? (Grades 3+) 

Admission:

Included with Museum AdmissionB&O Members FREE.

Registration not required but appreciated.

Upcoming Events at the B&O

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February 13 @ 6-9:30 pm

Black History Month: Unveiling Celebration for the B&O No. 3316

February 21 @ 11:30am-3 pm

B&O Unlocked: B&O No. 3316 “Washington” Observation Tavern Car 

February 25, 28 & March 1 @ 10 am-4 pm

The B&O Birthday Bash

February 28 @ 11 am-1 pm

Spring Break STEAM Week

March 30 – April 3

2025-2026

When school is out, fun is in session at the B&O!

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Alison J.
July 2024

The Underground Railroad exhibit particularly made an impression. You can learn about the enslaved people who passed through Mount Clare Station as their last stop before reaching the northern states. Sobering and inspiring stories.

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