Spend part of your Spring Break at the B&O!
Join us for a special reading of Clifford and the Railroad Crossing by Norman Bridwell as well as a short accompanying activity.
Recommended for ages 4-8
Admission:
Included with Museum Admission. Museum Members FREE.
More events during Summer at the Museum
Monday, August 17, 2026– Friday, August 21, 2026
Join us at the Museum for a fun-filled week of interactive workshops, storytimes, and tours!
Maryland Railroad History Tour
Mon, Aug 17 @ 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)
Peter Cooper Train Building Workshop
Mon, Aug 17 @ 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+)
Build Your Own Locomotive!
Mon, Aug 17 @ 11 AM
Cut out and design your own locomotive to take home! All materials are provided in Junior Junction. (Grades PreK-2)
Railroad Technology Tour
Tues, Aug 18 @ 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)
Granville T. Woods Telegraph Challenge
Tues, Aug 18 @ 11 AM- 2 PM
Use Granville T. Woods’ Multiplex Railway telegraph to send messages to your friends using basic telegraph technology. (Grades 3+)
Solve the Puzzle!
Tues, Aug 18 @ 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)
"Women on the Rails" Tour
Wed, Aug 19 @ 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)
Olive Dennis Bridge-Making Workshop
Wed, August 19 @ 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+) </i>
Design Your Own Plate!
Wed, Aug 19 @ 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)
Railroad Safety Tour
Thur, Aug 20 @ 10:30 AM
Learn how the railroad keeps its workers and passengers safe now and throughout the past 200 years of B&O Railroad history. (All Ages)
"Making and Braking" Workshop
Thur, Aug 20 @ 11 AM- 2 PM
Make a claw inspired by engineer George Westinghouse's innovative automatic air braking system!(Grades 3+)
Safety & Signals Practice
Thur, Aug 20 @ 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)
American Railroad Engineering Tour
Fri, Aug 21 @ 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)
MagLev Workshop
Fri, Aug 21 @ 11 AM- 2 PM
Discover the power of electromagnetic energy as you build a locomotive that runs on a magnetic railroad track! (All Ages)
Become a Jr. Engineer
Fri, Aug 21 @ 11 AM- 2 PM
Come by Junior Junction to create your own railroad engineer’s hat to take home! (Grades PreK-2)
Upcoming Events at the B&O
WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:
“My family had a wonderful time in this museum! It’s the perfect balance of visually appealing and interactive for my boys (ages 5 & 8). We would definitely go again!”
Celeste C.
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