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!

Upcoming Events at the B&O

Day Out With Thomas returns!

April 26-27 & May 3-4

The First 13 Miles: Exploring the History of the B&O and Ellicott City

April 24 @ 12 Noon

Enter Your LEGO Creation!

May 1 – June 15

Mother’s Day Tea Time

May 11 @ 12:15 pm

Turntable Demo

May 17 @ 12 Noon

2025

New Monthly Tours

Climb aboard the B&O No. C-2943 Caboose!

May 21, 24 & 25

Evening Sip & Paint

May 22, 2025 @ 6 pm

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Alison J.
July 2024

The Underground Railroad exhibit particularly made an impression. You can learn about the enslaved people who passed through Mount Clare Station as their last stop before reaching the northern states. Sobering and inspiring stories.

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