Name: Trolleys and Toy Trains
Start: 2026-12-17T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-12-17T16:00:00-05:00
Location: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum

October 2026
October 20 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Trolleyology

Trolleyology: Philadelphia Suburban Transportation: An Evolution – Part 1

Join John Calnan for Part 1 of Philadelphia Suburban Transportation: An Evolution, exploring the history of Philadelphia’s suburban transit operations from 1848 to 1954. This presentation traces the early origins and development of the P&WCT and Red Arrow operations, featuring historic photographs, route maps, vehicles, freight operations, and destination signs that illustrate the evolution of suburban transportation in the Philadelphia region.

Free
October 22 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Brick Club

Brick Club

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Homeschool students ages 6 – 14 are invited to socialize and play with LEGO® bricks! Special tickets required.

$10.00
October 23 @ 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm Trolley Tales of Terror

Trolley Tales of Terror

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

This event is now sold out.
October 24 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Trick or Trolley

Trick or Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Free for Kids: Trick or Treat among the antique trolleys in our display building! Be sure to wear your favorite costume.
October 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Trick or Trolley

Trick or Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Free for Kids: Trick or Treat among the antique trolleys in our display building! Be sure to wear your favorite costume.
November 2026
November 7 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Scout Workshop: Engineers in the Making!

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Scouts participating in this workshop will study real-life engineers, design custom blueprints, race a balloon-powered vehicle, and more!

$25.00
November 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

BSA Railroading

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

This merit badge workshop is open to any youth in grades 6th – 12th grade and is designed to help BSA scouts meet requirements for the Railroading merit badge.

$25.00
November 12 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Brick Club

Brick Club

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Homeschool students ages 6 – 14 are invited to socialize and play with LEGO® bricks! Special tickets required.

$10.00
November 13 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

STEAM Career Fair

STEAM Career Fair Friday, November 13th 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Celebrate National STEAM Day! The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum will be hosting its second annual STEAM Career Fair on Friday, November 13th. This will be an opportunity for students in grades 6th – 12th to engage and interact with local individuals, businesses, companies, schools, and […]
November 15 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Sensory Friendly Hours

Sensory Friendly Hours

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Explore the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in a sensory modified setting with quieter streetcars, lowered exhibit sounds, and soft lighting. Tickets will be available at our regular admission prices.

$20.00
November 19 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Trolley Tots

Trolley Tots

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Early learners (ages 2-5) are invited to learn about our vehicle of the month through stories, crafts, music, and more. Advanced purchase of tickets suggested.
November 27 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Go on a trolley ride with Santa Claus! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our toy train displays, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
November 28 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Go on a trolley ride with Santa Claus! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our toy train displays, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
November 29 @ 9:00 am Santa Trolley

Sensory Friendly Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Enjoy the Santa Trolley experience with accommodations such as dimmer lights and quieter sound, as well as a lower passenger count on the trolleys.
November 29 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Go on a trolley ride with Santa Claus! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our toy train displays, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
December 2026
December 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Trolleys and Toy Trains

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Along with our regular Museum offerings, visitors can see our holiday Lionel toy train layout and a seasonal LEGO display from Steel City LUG!
December 4 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Trolleys and Toy Trains

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Along with our regular Museum offerings, visitors can see our holiday Lionel toy train layout and a seasonal LEGO display from Steel City LUG!
December 5 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Go on a trolley ride with Santa Claus! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our toy train displays, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
December 6 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Go on a trolley ride with Santa Claus! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our toy train displays, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
December 10 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Trolleys and Toy Trains

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Along with our regular Museum offerings, visitors can see our holiday Lionel toy train layout and a seasonal LEGO display from Steel City LUG!
December 10 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Brick Club

Brick Club

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Homeschool students ages 6 – 14 are invited to socialize and play with LEGO® bricks! Special tickets required.

$10.00
December 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Trolleys and Toy Trains

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Along with our regular Museum offerings, visitors can see our holiday Lionel toy train layout and a seasonal LEGO display from Steel City LUG!
December 12 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Go on a trolley ride with Santa Claus! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our toy train displays, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
December 13 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Go on a trolley ride with Santa Claus! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our toy train displays, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
December 17 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Trolleys and Toy Trains

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Along with our regular Museum offerings, visitors can see our holiday Lionel toy train layout and a seasonal LEGO display from Steel City LUG!

Trolleyology: Philadelphia Suburban Transportation: An Evolution – Part 1

Brick Club

Trolley Tales of Terror

Trick or Trolley

Trick or Trolley

Scout Workshop: Engineers in the Making!

BSA Railroading

Brick Club

STEAM Career Fair

Sensory Friendly Hours

Trolley Tots

Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Sensory Friendly Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Brick Club

Trolleys and Toy Trains

Santa Trolley

Santa Trolley

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