Smithsonian Museum Day | B&O Railroad Museum

Smithsonian Museum Day

September 17, 2022 @ 10:00am - 4:00pm

 

This year, spend Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day at the birthplace of American railroading!

Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian Magazine. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. 

Claim your Museum Day voucher to receive free admission on September 17 for you and a guest!

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Upcoming Events at the B&O

America 250
B&O Unlocked: Behind-the-scenes Tours
Train Rides
Toddler Time
Sensory Sundays
June 19, 2026

“The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O” Public Tour
Logo for the Underground Railroad exhibit. Subtext says: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad. Next to the words Underground Railroad, there is a hand holding a light by the handle.
June 19, 2026

“The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O” Public Tour
June 20, 2026

B&O Unlocked: MARC No. 7100

Ice Cream Sundays

Select Summer Sundays

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250th All-American Bash

July 4 | 10:30 am-3:30 pm

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Restoration Shop Tour

July 12 | Train Ride departs at 10:30 am

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See the newly Restored B&O No. 3316 “Washington” Observation Tavern Car 

Now on display in the Roundhouse

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WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Celeste C.
October 2024

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!

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