Sensory Sundays | B&O Railroad Museum

Sensory Sundays Continue in 2025!

At the B&O, select Sundays are dedicated to Sensory Awareness. These days include environmental accommodations (no music, low lighting, quiet areas, increased signage for areas with sound effects), as well as sensory-friendly events (kids craft, train ride, and tour) and resources (sensory kits, social stories, and community table).

2025 Dates:

February 2 – Polar Party

Craft: Mini Snow Globe
Sensory Exploration Table
Winter Games
Tour: Roundhouse Tour

April 6 – Flower Power

Craft: Plant a flower
Sensory Exploration Table
Spring Games
Technology Changes Tour

June 8 – Beach Bash

* June Sensory Sunday will be on the 2nd Sunday

Craft: Jellyfish Streamer
Sensory Exploration Table
Water Table & Splash Pads
Signs & Signals Tour

August 10 – Watermelon Weekend

* August Sensory Sunday will be on the 2nd Sunday

Craft: Watermelon Paper Fan
Sensory Exploration Table
Water Table & Splash Pads
Environmental Impact Tour

October 5 – Harvest Festival

Craft: Fall Suncatcher
Sensory Exploration Table
Fall Games
Maryland on the Rails Tour

Admission:

Included with Admission | Members FREE
Pre-registration not required for event. See below for helpful preparation resources.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10 AM – Museum Opens (sensory activity and resource table** available in Roundhouse while supplies last)
12:30 PM – Sensory-friendly Train Ride***
2:30 PM – Sensory-friendly Tour

** Specific activities and resources will differ for each date.
*** Train ride tickets will be available for purchase on-site.