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 

Upcoming Events at the B&O

Enter Your LEGO Creation!

Now through June 15

Sensory Sundays

June 8

Ice Cream Sundays

June 22, July 13, August 10

2025

New Monthly Tours

Climb aboard the B&O No. 3684 Diesel Locomotive!

June 18, 21 & 22

Go inside the WM No. 195 Switcher!

July 16, 19 & 20

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Alison J.
July 2024

The Underground Railroad exhibit particularly made an impression. You can learn about the enslaved people who passed through Mount Clare Station as their last stop before reaching the northern states. Sobering and inspiring stories.

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