We're open Thursday through Sunday! Come and visit from 10 AM - 4 PM!

History That Connects Us

A day at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museums is a full sensory experience, from the ring of the bell to the hum and shake of the trolley as it rides down the tracks. Our Museum brings a unique experience to visitors of all generations, connecting us all to the past. From the moment they arrive, our visitors enter a world of timeless memories, historic innovations, and interactive discoveries.

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Now Open On Thursdays!

We're expanding our hours of operation and will now be open on Thursdays - Sundays from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM!

Plan Your Visit

Upcoming Events

Make plans to attend one of our many special programs or events!

Join the Fun

STEAM Summer Camp

We're offering seven weeks of Summer Camps for kids ages 6 - 12 this summer. Join us for a summer jam-packed with STEAM!

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Education

Spring Scout Workshops

Sign up for a Spring Scout Merit Badge Workshop!

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Trolley Tots

Join us the third Thursday of each month for Trolley Tots! Trolley Tots is designed for early learners (children ages 2-5) and one accompanying adult to discover different types of transportation through sensory play, stories, crafts, music, and getting up-close with the vehicle of the month!

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Sensory Friendly Hours

Explore the Museum in a sensory modified setting with quieter streetcars, lowered exhibit sounds, and soft lighting.

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Programs

Trolleyology Zoom Series

Check out all of the recordings from our previous Trolleyology programs and sign up to join us for the next one. We host these virtual presentations regularly on a variety of transit topics.

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#FlashbackFriday: To 1979, when Ralph Curcio snapped this shot of SEPTA PCC car 2726 about to turn into Lawndale Loop at Rising Avenue and Knorr Street. The location of this photo also gives us a clue about the time of day it was taken, because the section of route 50 from Rising Sun Ave. and Olney Ave. to Lawndale Loop was only used during rush hour. #history #transit #trolley #streetcar #philadelphia
Happy Won’t You Be My Neighbor Day!

Celebrated on Mr. Rogers’ birthday, today is a reminder to share kindness with those around us - whether it’s a friendly smile, a helping hand, or simply taking a moment to appreciate the people in our lives.

How will you spread kindness today? 

#WontYouBeMyNeighborDay #WontYouBeMyNeighbor #FredRogers #MisterRogers #BeKind
Attention Museum Members: check your email for last week's invitation to our Members Day event on Saturday, April 5!

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at our Artifact Preservation Building, the Kathryn & David Black Transit Archives, and our Reliance Warehouse, home to our mobile equipment and a few trolleys waiting for restoration. 

Read more about this event and our many Member benefits on our website (link in bio, click on "Events & Programs," and then scroll to this event's page). This page also has instructions for members who may be missing the invitation from their inbox.

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Education

The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum provides unique, exciting, and fun educational opportunities for students, educators, and life-long learners! Our museum is dedicated to sharing stories, insight, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) themed opportunities and experiences that will bring the trolley era to life. Check out our Education page to learn about field trip opportunities, Scout workshops, summer camps, and more!

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History

Take a ride into the past at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum where the trolley era is alive and well. The Museum uses daily tours, interactive exhibits, multidimensional programming, and special events throughout the year to transport visitors back in time. Our history and STEAM exhibits tell the stories of the people, places, and things that made the trolley era such an exciting and unique time to be alive!

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Collection

The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is focused on preserving and restoring our collection of antique streetcars. The Museum was founded in 1953 and has continued to conserve, preserve, and restore cars through a mostly volunteer effort. Today, we house a collection of 50 streetcars, many of which are operational and used for daily rides. Visit our Collection page to learn more about all of our different trolleys!

A Collection of Nearly 50 Cars and Counting

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