Spring Break at the B&O | B&O Railroad Museum

Monday, April 3 – Friday, April 7, 2023

Spend your Spring Break at the B&O! Join us at the Museum for a fun-filled week of hands-on workshops, performances, tours, and scavenger hunts for kids throughout the week.

Events during Spring Break at the B&O

Mile One Express Train Rides will also be available Monday, April 3 & Wednesday, April 5 – Friday, April 7 @ 11:30 AM. All Aboard!

“Railroad Signs & Signals: The Evolution of Visual Communication on the Railroad” Junior Tour

April 3, 2023 @ 11 AM

This tour explores the history of signs and signals on the railroad from its inception 200 years ago to the present day.

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“Technology Changes: Innovations in Locomotive Design” Junior Tour

April 3, 2023 @ 1 PM

This tour will use our historic collection to explore the technological advancements in locomotive design that happened in B&O facilities like the Mount Clare Shops.

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Alphabetisimo! Shadow Theater Show & Workshop

April 4, 2023 @ 11 AM

Natasha Mirny, founder of the Happy Theater, is bringing her Shadow Theater Show, Alphabetisimo: Where Do Words and Letters Go, After We Say Them, Do You Know? to the B&O!

Choose Your Own Adventure Day

April 5, 2023 @ 10 AM – 4 PM

Explore the Museum in a new way!

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All About the Underground Railroad Day

April 6, 2023 @ 10 AM – 3 PM

Join us at the Museum for a day of special kids programming and activities for our exhibit, The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad.

Derby Car Workshop

April 7, 2023 @ 2 PM

Presenting Sponsor: Stanley Black & Decker – Kids will be able to create their own derby cars using wooden materials, and then put them to the test along a track!