Smithsonian Affiliate   Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission     

Planning Your Visit

The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania houses one of the most significant collections of historic railroad artifacts in the world. Devoted to preserving and interpreting the broad impact of railroad development on society, the Museum:

  • Displays 100 locomotives & cars from the mid 19th and 20th centuries, including the priceless Pennsylvania Railroad Historical Collection.
  • Has restored many of these unique survivors to original appearance, and pursues a major restoration program.
  • Conducts educational programs for all ages, provides tours and holds special events, many in cooperation with outside organizations. The innovative Railway Education Center provides a focus for exciting learning.
  • Houses extensive exhibits of railroad artifacts, plus priceless art work, books, photographs and corporate railroad material.
  • Recognizes that railroad history is alive and continues being made in this new millennium. The Museum uses new technologies to preserve and interpret the unfolding story.
  • Seeks to enhance its world-class status through a process of steady improvements involving public-private partnerships.

Museum Map

Special Needs? The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania welcomes all visitors and seeks to provide reasonable accommodations for those individuals in need of special assistance.  Visit our Accessibility page to learn more.  Individuals with special needs who may require assistance should call the Museum ahead of time to discuss arrangements. Access to certain areas / exhibits may be subject to safety, staffing,and preservation factors. Pennsylvania TDD relay service is available at 800-654-5984. We will be happy to explain our access and programs.

Location

Railroad Museum
of Pennsylvania
300 Gap Road • PA Route 741
PO Box 125
Strasburg, PA 17579

Hours

Beginning July 7, 2021, the Museum will be open:

Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last entry at 3:30 p.m.)

Sundays, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last entry at 3:30 p.m.)

Tickets

Adults (ages 12-64) $10

Seniors (65+) $9

Youth (3-11) $8

Ages 2 & Under (2-under) Free

Groups (10+ adults)
Call for discounted rates

Contact

Phone: (717) 687-8628
Fax: (717) 687-0876
Email us here.

   

Museum Open:  
• Independence Day: Sunday, July 4, 2021

Museum Closed:

• Memorial Day: Monday, May 31, 2021

• Labor Day: Monday, September 6, 2021

• Columbus Day: Monday, October 11, 2021

• Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 25, 2021

• Christmas Day: Saturday, December 25, 2021