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

B&O Unlocked: Behind-the-scenes Tours
Train Rides
Toddler Time
Public Tours
Sensory Sundays
Girl Scouts
October 14, 2025

CSX Responder Incident Training
October 15, 2025

B&O Unlocked: B&O No. 3302 “Edward G. Hooper” Observation Lounge 
October 15, 2025

CSX Responder Incident Training

The Polar Express™ Train Ride

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2025-2026

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

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The American Freedom Train. A head-on shot of a black train with a red and gold sign that reads "The American Freedom Train"

Restoration Shop Tour: AFT No. 1

October 18

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Restoration Shop Tour

October 19

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Tails on the rails

October 26 @ 2-5 pm

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Halloween Toddler Time

October 30 @ 10 am

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Climb aboard the B&O No. C-1775 Caboose!

November 20, 22 & 23

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Breakfast with Santa

November 30 @ 9 am

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New Year’s Tea

December 28 @ 12:15 pm

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