Volunteer Exploration Days

Looking for a fun and novel place to volunteer in your free time?

Maybe you’re a railroad enthusiast, or perhaps you just like history of all kinds.  

Join us at the Museum for one of our Volunteer Exploration Days. Learn about the volunteer program here at the B&O, discover volunteer opportunities, meet with current volunteers and see what it’s like giving tours, operating railroad equipment, and more. 

This event is free with advance registration.

Schedule: 

• 11:30 AM: Check-in 
• 12 PM: Turntable Demo 
• 12:30 – 1:15 PM: Tour w/ a docent 
• 1 – 2 PM: Meet & Greet w/ Volunteer Model Train Curator and Rail Ops 

March 30, 2026

Maryland Railroad History Tour

March 30, 2026

Peter Cooper Train Building Workshop

March 30, 2026

Build Your Own Locomotive!

Day Out With Thomas

April 25-26 & May 2-3

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Spring Break S.T.E.A.M. Week

March 30 – April 3

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Easter Weekend at the B&O

April 4 & 5 — Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Egg Hunts!

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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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2025-2026

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

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