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

Day Out With Thomas returns!

April 26-27 & May 3-4

2025

New Monthly Tours

Go inside the B&O No. CE-10 Electric Switcher!

February 19, 22 & 23

Black History Month Free Film Screening

February 21 – Doors @ 4:30 PM, Showtime @ 5:30 PM

Baltimore Born & Supreme Court Bound: The Life and Story of Thurgood Marshall

February 22 @ 12:30pm

Celebrate the B&O’s 198th birthday!

February 23 @ 11 AM – 1 PM

Games with Trains

March 1 @ 10 AM – 7 PM

Climb aboard the B&O Unlocked: GC&E No. 1 “Shay”

March 19, 22 & 23

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Egg Hunt

April 19 @ 8:30 AM

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

2024
Sensory Inclusive Summer Camp

"I had no idea camps like this existed! It was truly inclusive, the counselors were accepting, kind and patient. It was incredibly affordable and very well organized. I can't say enough great things about it. I am very grateful!"

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