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

2024

Monthly Tours

Tour the B&O No. 7701 “Dreamland Sleeper”

August 14, 17 & 18

The Polar Express™ Train Ride

Nov. 29-30 & Dec. 1, 6-8, 12-15 & 18-22

July 1-31

Submit your creation!

July 28 & August 11

12-1 PM

Sensory Inclusive Summer Camp

Week 4: August 5-9

August 17-24

Workshops & More!

September 7

10 AM – 3:30 PM

Tour the Pere Marquette No. 11 Diesel Switcher!

September 11, 14 & 15

Diesel Days are Back!

September 21 @ 12 – 2 PM

September 28

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

Restoration Shop Tour

October 13 @ 11 AM

Tails on the Rails

October 27 @ 2 – 5 PM

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Ransom007
Anaheim, CA

The roundhouse was my favorite part, because it gives a true feel for what goes on in a roundhouse—the cars are stationary, but seeing the actual tracks is eye-opening.

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