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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Become a PTM Junior Conductor!
On January 11 & 12, young visitors will have the chance to learn all about trolleys and the people that operate them! Listen to trolley a story time, craft your own conductor hat, discover the power of electricity, and go for an exciting trolley ride!
This event is included with general admission. No advanced purchasing of tickets is required. Learn more on our website’s events page (link in bio).
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Our electric vehicle charging stations are now installed and ready for use in the museum parking lot!
The EV charging stations and our solar energy system were generously funded by Dr. John & Janet Swanson. Learn more about our solar energy system at our website blog (link in bio)!
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Did you know our Board of Trustees is made up of both elected and community members? Welcome to our newest board members: Ray Betz, Jennifer Shaeffer, Jim Herrington (returning), Jack Demnyan (re-elected), and Mike Kendlick (re-elected)!
Interested in helping shape the future of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum? Become a member of the museum today - after three years, you`re eligible to run for the board!
Learn how to support the museum in many ways at the "Support" tab on our website! (Link in bio) #volunteer #PATrolleyMuseum #WashingtonPA #community #VisitWashingtonPA #Nonprofit #board
This #MuseumMonday we’re looking back at the restoration of the original Santa Trolley in our collection - Red Arrow Lines 66!
Built in 1926, car 66 was declared surplus in 1970, just after Philadelphia Suburban became part of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA). By then outdoor storage had left 66 structurally sound but in need of extensive refurbishing.
Volunteers restored 66 to its 1949 period appearance in time for our 1975 season. Work included: fabricating all new window sash (including the distinctive curved upper sash, which had been removed and replaced by a solid wood panel in the 1950s in an effort to “modernize” the car); re-canvassing of the roof; and painting, lettering and striping. #museum #history #transit #trolley #streetcar
That’s a wrap on the fourth day of Santa Trolley! That leaves five more dates to join us for this magical annual event. You don’t want to miss out on the fun:
🎅 Hop aboard a beautifully restored trolley for a ride with Santa and his elves, plus a special photo stop
🎄Walk through our Trolley Display Building, which has been decorated with a “Festival of Trees”
🍪 Enjoy holiday crafts, hot chocolate, and cookies
🚂 Marvel at a Lionel toy train display, @steelcitylug LEGO creations, and a new HO-scale Skybus layout
🚋 Take a second festive ride on the Yuletide Shuttle
☕️ All Trolley Museum visitors are also able to purchase coffee from @roamingbeanpgh truck (note that they are parked inside our Display Museum and not accessible to the general public)
Timed tickets are required for this event, and ride times are already sold out or are filling up fast! Visit our website (link’s in our bio) to see availability and reserve your spot. #VisitWashingtonPA #Santa #museum #trolley #streetcar
The weather outside is frightful, so think of summer instead! That`s right, registration for our STEAM Summer Camps is officially open! This summer, we`re offering seven weeks of camps for children ages 6 - 12. Don`t miss out on this exciting opportunity for your child to have a summer full of learning, exploration, new friendships, and STEAM-fueled fun. Give the gift of a summer camp to a child in your life today!
For more info and to register, please visit our website: https://pa-trolley.org/education/summer-camps/
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!
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!
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!