Smithsonian Museum Day

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!

April 23, 2026

Toddler Time

April 25, 2026

Family Fun Day: Day Out With Thomas™

April 26, 2026

Family Fun Day: Day Out With Thomas™

Day Out With Thomas

April 25-26 & May 2-3

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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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See the newly Restored AFT-1

Now on display on Platform 2

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