Smithsonian Museum Day

This year, spend Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day at the birthplace of American railroading!

Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian Magazine. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. 

Claim your Museum Day voucher to receive free admission on September 17 for you and a guest!

January 12, 2026

Unveiling of the American Freedom Train No. 1

January 12, 2026

Museum will open late at 1 pm

January 14, 2026

$10 Admission Day

Unveiling of the American Freedom Train No. 1

January 12 @ 1 pm

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B&O Unlocked: American Freedom Train (AFT) No. 1

January 24, 25, & 28 @ 10 am-4 pm

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Games with Trains

February 7 @ 10 am-7 pm

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Murder Mystery Dinner: Til Death Do Us Part

February 13 @ 6-9:30pm

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2025-2026

When school is out, fun is in session at the B&O!

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