Event Series New Volunteer Events

Volunteer Open House

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

The PA Trolley Museum- where history comes to life, and volunteers make it happen! Registration for this event is now closed. See you there! Since our beginning as the Pittsburgh Electric Railway Club, PTM has relied on the passion of volunteers to keep the Trolley Era alive.  Today, our volunteer program- 130+ participants strong- continues […]

Event Series Trolleyology

Trolleyology: Beaver Valley Traction

The first horsecars of the Beaver Valley Street Railway Company began running on July 4, 1885. Electric streetcar service started on December 5, 1891. Eventually, a number of companies would be created and merged into the Beaver Valley Traction Company which connected Morado Park, Beaver Falls, Beaver, Rochester, Freedom and Aliquippa, ending at the Edgeworth Borough line. The Philadelphia Company, which also owned Pittsburgh Railways, purchased the BVT and unsuccessfully attempted to link the two properties after being stymied by Sewickley and Edgeworth Boroughs. After it was turned loose on its own, the line experienced ever worsening circumstances. The last car ran on August 10, 1937. This program will show the rise and fall of the streetcar in Beaver County from 1885 to 1937.

Free
Event Series New Operator Training

New Operator Training

West Campus- Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 1 Museum Road, Washington, PA, United States

Registration for this event has now closed. Please contact mmeer@patrolley.org with any questions or to be informed of future classes.  This February, you're invited to participate in our New Operator Training.  This hands-on course will teach you how to operate our trolleys and start your process to qualify as a museum operator. As a PTM […]

Event Series New Volunteer Events

Museum Guide Training

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

Make the Trolley Era come alive! During their visits to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, guests have the chance to travel back in time to the wonders of the Trolley Era- when the bright lights and clanging bells of the trolleys filled the streets of America.  This experience would not be possible without our Museum Guides, […]

Event Series New Volunteer Events

Museum Guide Training

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

Make the Trolley Era come alive! Registration for this event is now closed. Please contact mmeer@patrolley.org with any questions or to be informed of future classes.  During their visits to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, guests have the chance to travel back in time to the wonders of the Trolley Era- when the bright lights and […]

Event Series Bunny Trolley

Bunny Trolley

Hop on over to the Museum as we bring back one of our favorite events, “Bunny Trolley.” Ride a beautifully restored antique trolley to see the Bunny on March 22, 23, 24, 29, & 30. Ongoing activities include a Scavenger Hunt, Four-Leaf 4-H Club’s live rabbits, and a photo opportunity with the Bunny. This event is […]

Event Series Bunny Trolley

Bunny Trolley

Hop on over to the Museum as we bring back one of our favorite events, “Bunny Trolley.” Ride a beautifully restored antique trolley to see the Bunny on March 22, 23, 24, 29, & 30. Ongoing activities include a Scavenger Hunt, Four-Leaf 4-H Club’s live rabbits, and a photo opportunity with the Bunny. This event is […]

Event Series Bunny Trolley

Bunny Trolley

Hop on over to the Museum as we bring back one of our favorite events, “Bunny Trolley.” Ride a beautifully restored antique trolley to see the Bunny on March 22, 23, 24, 29, & 30. Ongoing activities include a Scavenger Hunt, Four-Leaf 4-H Club’s live rabbits, and a photo opportunity with the Bunny. This event is […]

Event Series Bunny Trolley

Bunny Trolley

Hop on over to the Museum as we bring back one of our favorite events, “Bunny Trolley.” Ride a beautifully restored antique trolley to see the Bunny on March 22, 23, 24, 29, & 30. Ongoing activities include a Scavenger Hunt, Four-Leaf 4-H Club’s live rabbits, and a photo opportunity with the Bunny. This event is […]

Event Series Bunny Trolley

Bunny Trolley

Hop on over to the Museum as we bring back one of our favorite events, “Bunny Trolley.” Ride a beautifully restored antique trolley to see the Bunny on March 22, 23, 24, 29, & 30. Ongoing activities include a Scavenger Hunt, Four-Leaf 4-H Club’s live rabbits, and a photo opportunity with the Bunny. This event is […]

BSA Collections

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

This merit badge workshop is open to any youth in 6th – 12th grade and is designed to help BSA scouts meet requirements for the Collections merit badge. Due to the nature of this badge, it is encouraged for Scouts to complete as much of the workbook and requirements ahead of time as possible. Scouts will be […]

$20.00

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. We will be covering ALL requirements for this merit badge! While there are no pre-requisites, we strongly encourage participating Scouts to review the Railroading Merit Badge Requirements and workbook prior […]

$20.00

Personal Management & Financial Literacy

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 Financial Literacy Merit Badge. It is strongly recommended that participants be in at least 9th grade before taking this workshop. This workshop is designed to help Scouts requirements for the following badges: BSA […]

$35.00
Event Series Trolleyology

Trolleyology: Cincinnati’s Incomplete Subway

Cincinnati, OH is infamously known as the home of the longest abandoned subway tunnel in the United States. Local historian Jacob Mecklenborg, author of Cincinnati's Incomplete Subway - The Complete History, will present on the project's genesis, construction, and abandonment, as well as 1930s-era proposals to convert the unused rapid transit line for use by the Cincinnati Street Railway. The presentation will include new photos and other information collected since the book's publication in 2010.

Free

The STEAM Station

This event is being offered as part of Remake Learning Days in Southwestern Pennsylvania! Dive into all five areas of STEAM with interactive activities, demos, and experiments at stations spread throughout the whole museum! This first-ever of its kind event is geared towards students and their families. It is a family-friendly event designed to engage […]

Event Series Vintage Communications

Vintage Communications Weekend

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum - New Address 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Join us at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for a weekend of vintage communications! This event highlights the communications technology of the trolley era. Our regular admission rates are $20 for adults, $19 for seniors, and $15 for children 3-18. Children under 3 are free. Admission includes access to the event, the museum and its exhibits, […]

Event Series Vintage Communications

Vintage Communications Weekend

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum - New Address 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Join us at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for a weekend of vintage communications! This event highlights the communications technology of the trolley era. Our regular admission rates are $20 for adults, $19 for seniors, and $15 for children 3-18. Children under 3 are free. Admission includes access to the event, the museum and its exhibits, […]

The New Roaring ’20s Gala

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum - New Address 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

Celebrate the "New Roaring 20's" in style at our black-tie/Roaring 20's attire (optional) dinner on May 16! Presenting Sponsor: Wabtec Cost:           $250.00 Cocktails:    5:30 pm Dinner:        6:30 pm Dinner by Bella Sera Music by the Washington Jazz Society Speakeasy:  8:00 pm (included with dinner ticket) Join us […]

$250

The New Roaring ’20s Speakeasy!

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum - New Address 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, United States

The Roaring '20's come alive at our Prohibition-era Speakeasy! Sponsors: Wabtec & Washington Auto Mall/The Falconi Family of Dealerships Cost:           $100.00 Enjoy whiskey samplings from Liberty Pole, Red Pump, B&B distilleries and others while exploring our beautifully restored streetcars in the Trolley Display Building. Be transported to the Trolley Era as […]

$100
Event Series Street Fair

Street Fair

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

Step back in time at our electrifying street fair! Imagine a bustling scene where street performers light up the sidewalks with their mesmerizing acts. Feel the heat as fire dancers set the atmosphere ablaze, marvel at stilt walkers towering above the crowd, be amazed by jugglers moving with jaw-dropping precision, witness magicians weaving enchantment, let […]

Event Series Street Fair

Street Fair

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

Step back in time at our electrifying street fair! Imagine a bustling scene where street performers light up the sidewalks with their mesmerizing acts. Feel the heat as fire dancers set the atmosphere ablaze, marvel at stilt walkers towering above the crowd, be amazed by jugglers moving with jaw-dropping precision, witness magicians weaving enchantment, let […]

Event Series Trolleyology

Trolleyology: Pittsburgh Streetcars: April 1971

In the spring of 1971, the Pittsburgh streetcar system was a mere shadow of its former glory, and it was about to shrink even more. For a high school student visiting the city for the first time, however, what remained was intoxicating, with plenty of activity. This show follows a teenage Dave around the South Hills as he rode and photographed the tired-looking, but incredibly fascinating remaining routes. Featured subjects include the single-track, rush-hour only operation between Castle Shannon and Mt. Lebanon, which is now part of the PRT Red Line, and the hilltop lines in Beltzhoover, Allentown and Knoxville, which had just over half-a-year left to run.

Free

Event Series Trolleyology

Trolleyology: Rails to Victory

Due to German destruction, many countries had an immediate need for railroad rolling stock, and transfers were made from the Allied military surplus stores located throughout Europe. Using various sources, including some that have only recently become available, Hans will present this often overlooked but very special chapter of railroad history.

Free
A Collection of Nearly 50 Cars and Counting

support our mission to keep the trolley era alive