 Events, Hours, Admission
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2013 Calendar:
(Details on 2013 programs not finalized, some information is from similar 2012 events)
 Breakfast with the Conductor & Catcher Dr. Seuss Birthday/Read Across America Day
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Information
Charter Day
Sunday, March 10, 2013. Regular Museum hours
Observe the 332nd birthday of the Commonwealth, amid Pennsylvania made and operated historic rolling stock, here at the Keystone State’s official railroad museum. Open to the public free of charge.
Railroad Photography Contest Exhibit
Sunday April 27 opening through December 31, 2013
Visitors view photos submitted to this contest, of railroading scenes throughout Pennsylvania. Information.
Pennsylvania Railroad "Pennsy" Days
Thursday, May 16 through Sunday, May 19
This traditional program highlights the history of this major railroad. Information
Conrail Days. June 7 - 9.
The Consolidated Rail Corporation arose from a federal bail out of the railroad industry in the 1970s to become a profitable and successful private enterprise. The equipment, history and spirit of Conrail will be highlighted, in partnership with the Conrail Historical Society. Information.
Reading Railroad Days
July 2 - 7. Regular Museum hours
Enjoy the remarkable Reading Railroad trains of eastern Pennsylvania history through tours of Reading Company equipment, a huge, operating model railroad and special presentations. Details.
Barons & Builders Day Camp
July 15 through July 19, for ages 9 & 10.
July 29 through August 2, for ages 11 & 12
Kids build, create, learn and play as they explore railroads and railroad history through a program of unique tours, innovative hands-on projects, field trips by train and special demonstrations.
Currently, all slots have been taken, but we are accepting standby reservations in case of cancellations. Details.
Hogwarts Express Parties
August 16 - 17.
Hogwarts Express parties.
Registration required.
Members Day Sept. 28.
Special presentations and other events for members of the Friends of the Railroad Museum. Details.
Garden Railway Tour. October 6, 1 pm to 5 pm
Enjoy a self-guided tour of several private homes which feature beautiful garden railways, operating layouts and special model train collections. Garden Railways tour tickets are $10 per person for ages 6 and over.
Trains & Troops
Saturday, November 2 & Sunday, November 3.
Regular Museum hours
Greet our guys and gals in uniform, experience many splendid railroad and military archival displays, enjoy the patriotic spirit. Details.
Ride the trains on the Strasburg Rail Road with living history reenactors on both days of the Railroad Museum’s Trains & Troops program. Train tickets are sold separately by the Strasburg Rail Road on line at www.strasburgrailroad.com.
Taking The Swing Train ‘40s Dance
Saturday, November 2. 7 PM to 10 PM
Details and tickets.
Home For The Holidays
Saturday, December 7 & Saturday, December 14. Regular Museum hours
Take a nostalgic glimpse at holiday rail travel. Meet costumed engineers, conductors, ticket agents and passengers representing the past century and enjoy seasonal music, festive decorations, more, among our world-class collection of trains. Included in the regular Museum admission. Details on Home for the Holidays.
Ride the Santa trains on the Strasburg Rail Road with the jolly old elf on both days of the Railroad Museum’s Home for the Holidays program. Santa train tickets are sold separately by the Strasburg Rail Road on line at www.strasburgrailroad.com.
Polar Express Parties
Saturday, December 7 and Saturday, December 14.
The conductor calls all aboard for a reading of Chris Van Allsburg's new classic holiday story in an historic passenger coach. Kids who believe are welcome to dress in their pjs and will delight in creating their own seasonal take-home craft and receiving a small bag of goodies. Advance registration, with a $10 per child fee ($5 per child for Museum members), is required and is offered on a first come basis. Recommended for children ages 3 and over. Registration begins in October. |
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General Hours |
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January, February, March, November and December:
Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Sunday, 12:00 pm through 5:00 pm.
April through October:
Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Sunday, 12:00 pm through 5:00 pm.
Some days are operated by the Friends of the Museum as a service to the public. Regular admission and regulations apply at all times. |
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Days Open and Closed |
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OPEN:
Martin Luther King Jr Day: Monday, January 21
Presidents' Day: Monday, February 18
Easter: Sunday, March 31
Memorial Day: Monday, May 27
Independence Day: Thursday, July 4
Labor Day; Monday, September 2
Columbus Day; Monday, October 14
Veterans' Day: Monday, November 11
Black Friday; Friday, November 29
CLOSED:
New Year's Day: Tuesday, January 1.
Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 28.
Christmas: Wednesday, December 25. |
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Admission |
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Tickets for general admission are not sold in advance, but may be purchased on the day of visit, except for a few special events as indicated. |
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Prices:
Adult (ages 12 – 64) $10
Senior Citizen (65+) $ 9
Youth (3 – 11) $ 8
Age 2 and under FREE
Groups (10 or more adults): Call for discounted rates.
School Groups: Contact the Museum for Programs and Prices.
Members of the Friends of the Railroad Museum and PHMC Associates are covered by special admission policies.
Also, persons presenting an Adult full admission stub/receipt from another PHMC site will be admitted for $9.00.
Discounted Admission for Travel and Motor Clubs.
Some structured educational programs are conducted by special reservation and subject to additional charge. See Educational Programs page for details. |
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