Try your hand at building mechanics with LEGOs!  

Kids will learn how to build various mechanical items found on the railroad using LEGOs. These mechanical items employ simple machines in their process and are a great way for kids to peek into the world of engineering!  

Recommended for Ages 8+ 

This workshop does not include a take-home creation. 

Admission:

Space is limited for this workshop. Pre-registration is required. 
FREE for B&O Members. B&O Members: enter your member ID or email at checkout to receive discount.

“Participating” Child/Adult/Senior tickets include workshop and Museum Admission.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. “Non-participating” tickets, for those accompanying participants, include Museum Admission only.

More Back to School Brick Week activities

Build up to back to school with Brick Week at the B&O!

Join the B&O, Charm City LEGO User Group & our friends from Brick Universe Fan Exhibition for a great way to kick off the new school year! 

All week, participate in interactive workshops and art activities from building simple machines to creating your own LEGO mosaic! Additionally, come in and see our LEGO contest submissions. 

August 17 & 18

Come out and see the LEGO model train layout created by the Charm City LEGO Users Group.   

August 19-24

Brick Universe Fan Exhibition will have two LEGO mosaics on display!  

See more from the week’s schedule below.

Note: Some workshops require pre-registration.

Mile One Express Train Rides will be available Thursday, August 22 & Friday, August 23 @ 11:30 AM. All Aboard!

Upcoming Events at the B&O

Day Out With Thomas returns!

April 26-27 & May 3-4

The Life & Legacy of Thurgood Marshall by Rev. Hathaway Sr.

February 16 @ 2 PM

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

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:

Haram C.
2022

Even if you're not a train enthusiast, this is a great local museum where you can kill some time and learn the history of B&O railroad.

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