Trick or Trolley
2024-10-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-27 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Join us for PTM’s third annual Trick or Trolley event!
On Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27, you’re invited to Trick or Treat among the antique streetcars in our Trolley Display Building! Visit tables run by local businesses and organizations and collect all sorts of candy and holiday favors. Costumes are encouraged- for both the young and the old!
This event runs from 10am- 4pm each day. Thanks to our generous sponsor, FirstEnergy, regular admission prices are in effect and can be
purchased on the days of the event. The last full Museum experience begins at 3:15PM. Other activities include trolleys rides through the autumn scenery, children’s holiday games, and opportunities to explore the interactive exhibits in our new Welcome & Education Center.
Admission also includes access to museum exhibits and unlimited rides on the trolleys. This is a rain or shine event.
In addition to this great event, we will once again offer trolley rides at the Washington County Fairgrounds during the Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts Christmas Festival. Trolley rides from the fair will cost $5 per person and children 2 and under are free. This service does not represent or include the Trick or Trolley activities nor admission to the Museum.
Are you affiliated with a business or organization that would like to run a trick-or-treat station at this event? Please email volunteer@patrolley.org to learn how to participate.

Trick or Trolley
2024-10-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Celebrate Halloween at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum!
On Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26, you’re invited to Trick or Treat among the antique streetcars in our Trolley Display Building! Visit tables run by local businesses and organizations and collect all sorts of candy and holiday favors. Costumes are encouraged- for both the young and the old!
Other activities include trolleys rides through the autumn scenery, children’s holiday games, and opportunities to explore the interactive exhibits in our new Welcome & Education Center. The last full Museum experience begins at 3:15PM.
This event is included with General Admission, which also includes access to museum exhibits and unlimited rides on the trolleys. This is a rain or shine event.
In addition to this great event, we will once again offer trolley rides at the Washington County Fairgrounds during the Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts Christmas Festival on October 17-19 and 25-26. Trolley rides from the fair will cost $5 per person and children 2 and under are free. This service does not represent or include the Trick or Trolley activities nor admission to the Museum.
Are you affiliated with a business or organization that would like to run a trick-or-treat station at this event? Please email volunteer@patrolley.org to learn how to participate.

Brick Club Launch
2024-10-27 12:30 - 14:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Project Baseplate, a collaboration between Play Included and Carnegie Mellon University‘s Center for Transformational Play invites you to build your own LEGO Pumpkin Trolley to take home as part of the Trick or Trolley event on Sunday, Oct. 27th. We will also have a free build pumpkin patch that you can contribute to.
General admission is required to enter the museum, but participation in Brick Club is no additional cost. However, advance registration is required to attend, and spots are limited. Participating children should be between ages 6 and 18. Drop by the Ray Betler Classroom anytime between 12:30 and 2:00 PM to pick up and build your pumpkin kit and learn more about Brick Club!
The number of attendees should reflect the number of children. If you are registering multiple children, please indicate that with the number of attendees. For example, if you’re a parent bringing 3 children, please select 3 attendees.
Click here to register!
Teachers can learn more about the Brick-by-Brick® program on the Play Included website.
Questions? Please feel free to call 724-228-9256 ex. 6011 or email education@patrolley.org for more information. We hope to see you there!

Trolleyology: West Penn Railways
2024-10-29 19:00 - 21:00 | PA
Join PTM staff, volunteers, and members for our Zoom series, Trolleyology! These programs feature Pennsylvania transit history topics and tales of our collection that you can experience from home. Registration is required but free of charge. Donations are welcome and encouraged.

West Penn Railways
October 29, 2024 – 7 PM ET – Presented by Harvey Laner

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RUNTIME: 105 Minutes.
At its peak, West Penn Railways had 237 miles of electric railway trackage. It operated in the well populated coal mining and coking region of rugged, mountainous western Pennsylvania. West Penn Railways was a vibrant transportation system playing a key role in the pre automobile, unpaved, poor road era, and was an important factor in the Coking region’s economy.
This program combines Harvey Laner’s West Penn Railways video files of railfans Ed Miller and Gene Schmidt’s movies with Harvey’s conversational narration with West Penn Railways historian Ed Lybarger. Ed meticulously describes the route as Ed Millers’ movies take us from Uniontown to Greensburg. Ed Lybarger details West Penn’s LCL freight service, an in-depth description of the Company’s passenger and work car equipment, a whimsical look at West Penn’s creative advertising program and an overview of the management people that guided the Company through the good and the difficult years.
This complete story of West Penn Railways includes a look at the web of public utilities that connect it to West Virginia’s Monongahela & West Penn and Wheeling Traction Company properties as well as the Hagerstown & Frederick Railway in Maryland. Historic movie scenes of those traction properties are also included in this far reaching, comprehensive program.

NOTE: This program will NOT be recorded and will NOT available at a later date on the PTM YouTube channel.

Trolleyology presentations will continue on a regular or semi-regular basis. Interested in presenting? Email Kristen at kfred@patrolley.org! We’re specifically looking for programs related to the Trolley Era in general, Pennsylvania transit history, or stories about our collection. Please join our e-mail list to stay up-to-date with program announcements and other PTM news!
*For the best experience, we recommend downloading Zoom in advance.
NOTE: This is a virtual event

Scout Workshop: BSA Collections
2024-11-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum – New Address, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Saturday, November 2nd
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $20 per scout, $10 per chaperone
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 required to bring in pictures, videos, and/or small pieces of their own private collection to share during this workshop.
This workshop is designed to allow Scouts to come together, share their collections and hard work with other Scouts, and meet with merit badge counselors for this badge. Scouts will be responsible for completing requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, 5a, 5b, 5c, 5d, and 6. We will also be completing requirements 5e and 7 during the workshop. Scouts will also have the opportunity to work on parts of requirements 4 and 5 during the workshop.
As part of Requirement 7, Scouts will get to learn about the various Collections at our museum, including the restoration and preservation practices that happen here.
Collections Badge Requirements
Collections Merit Badge Workbook

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Scout Workshop: BSA Programming & Cadette Coding Basics
2024-11-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum – New Address, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Saturday, November 2nd
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $20 per scout, $10 per chaperone
This merit badge workshop is open to any youth in 6th – 12th grade and is designed to help BSA Scouts meet requirements for the Programming merit badge. We will be covering requirements 1b, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
BSA Scouts are responsible for the following pre-requisites: 1a.View the Personal Safety Awareness “Digital Safety” video (with your parent or guardian’s permission.) The Personal Safety Awareness videos replace the Cyber Chip requirement.
This merit badge is also designed to help Cadette Girl Scouts meet requirements for the Cadette Coding Basics badge. We will be covering requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
This workshop does NOT include the Cadette Coding Basics patch.
Programming Badge Requirements
Programming Merit Badge Workbook

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Scout Workshop: BSA Personal Management (Eagle Scout) & Girl Scout Financial Literacy
2024-11-03 09:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum – New Address, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Sunday, November 3rd
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Bring a bagged lunch!
Cost: $35 per scout, $10 per chaperone
This merit badge workshop is open to any youth in grades 6th – 12th grade. However, we ideally recommend that this workshop should be attended by students in 9th – 12th grade due to the educational content being covered. This workshop is designed to help Scouts meet the following requirements:

BSA Personal Management requirements 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, and 10.
Girl Scout Cadette Budgeting requirements 1-5
Girl Scout Senior Buying Power requirements 1-5
Girl Scout Ambassador On My Own requirements 1-5

BSA Scouts are responsible for the following pre-requisites: 1, 2, and 8. If participants do not complete these requirements ahead of time, Scouts must follow up with the counselors before a signed blue card will be issued.
Personal Management Merit Badge Requirements
Personal Management Merit Badge Workbook

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Afternoon with an Artist
2024-11-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Spend your afternoon with local artist Linda Barnicott!
For decades, Linda Barnicott has brought Pittsburgh’s past to life through her vibrant paintings of times gone by in the Steel City. Drawing on her own beloved memories, Barnicott’s art depicts in vivid color scenes of the city’s amusement parks, sport venues, downtown views, and its many streetcars.
Join Linda on Sunday, November 3 for an Artist Talk where she’ll discuss her journey as an artist, her painting process, and her inspiration for her heartwarming portraits of Pittsburgh life. Stick around afterwards for a Q&A session, print signing, and opportunities to purchase both holiday and regular keepsakes featuring her artwork. This includes magnets, ornaments, bookmarks, totes, coasters, puzzles, mugs, pins, prints, and more!
Talks will begin at 1PM and 2PM, and the art and keepsakes will remain on display until the museum closes at 4PM. This program is included with museum admission. Visitors to the museum on this date may also enjoy trolley rides, our collection of antique streetcars in our Trolley Display Building, and our interactive exhibits in our Welcome & Education Center.
Learn more about Linda Barnicott and her work by visiting her website. The painting shown above is titled “Meet Me Under Kaufmann’s Clock, Too!”

Artist Linda Barnicott

“Glad Tidings at Gimbels”

“Pickle Fun in Pittsburgh”

“Holiday Greetings from My Hometown”

“Pittsburgh at First Light”

“Santa’s Got a New Ride!”

Sensory Friendly Hours - November 17, 2024
2024-11-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum – New Address, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
You are invited to join us for our next Sensory Friendly Hours event at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum!
Explore the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in a sensory modified setting with quieter streetcars, lowered exhibit sounds, and soft lighting. Advanced registration is not required for this event. Tickets will be available at our regular admission prices.

Adults $20
Seniors (ages 62+) $19
Children (ages 3-18) $15
Toddler (ages 2 and under) Free
Members: Free

Available Resources
In addition, silicone bracelets will be made available in both adult and child sizes to assist with non-verbal communication, particularly for individuals who have autism, sensory processing difficulties, or anxiety. The wristbands are designed to provide a visual indicator of comfort levels and engagement preferences.

Red bracelets indicate that the wearer may be feeling overwhelmed or anxious and does not wish to engage in any conversation. They may wish to explore the museum at their own pace.
Yellow bracelets indicate that the wearer may feel uncertain about interactions. They may prefer limited engagement while navigating the museum at their own pace.
Green bracelets indicate that the wearer is comfortable and open to interaction with others.

Furthermore, guests will have access to complimentary Sensory Bags. These bags, which may be requested at the front desk located in the museum store, include noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, fidget toys, sensory items, and a sensory guide. A valid photo ID will be required for the loan, which will be held by the museum until the sensory bag is returned.

With the help of the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, PTM is pleased to provide Sensory Guides that can be used to help offer insight to guests on the sensory stimulation of different parts of the museum. These include touch, taste, sound, sight, and smell. This guide is available online. Physical copies are also available at the museum.

Questions about this event? Please call 724-228-9256 or email visitorservices@patrolley.org

Trolleyology: Electric Cars in the Electric City
2024-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 | PA
Join PTM staff, volunteers, and members for our Zoom series, Trolleyology! These programs feature Pennsylvania transit history topics and tales of our collection that you can experience from home. Registration is required but free of charge. Donations are welcome and encouraged.

Electric Cars in the Electric City
November 20, 2024 – 7 PM ET – Presented by George Gula

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Scranton’s first horsecar operation was chartered in 1865, and the nation’s first successful electric streetcar operation began on November 29, 1886. By 1900, Scranton Railway Company served Pennsylvania’s 3rd largest city with almost 100 miles of track. This program from PTM volunteer George Gula covers the development of the system from the earliest horsecar days to the end of service on December 18, 1954.

This program will be recorded and available at a later date on the PTM YouTube channel.

Trolleyology presentations will continue on a regular or semi-regular basis. Interested in presenting? Email Kristen at kfred@patrolley.org! We’re specifically looking for programs related to the Trolley Era in general, Pennsylvania transit history, or stories about our collection. Please join our e-mail list to stay up-to-date with program announcements and other PTM news!
*For the best experience, we recommend downloading Zoom in advance.
NOTE: This is a virtual event

Santa Trolley
2024-11-29 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-30 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-08 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-14 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-15 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-21 09:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum’s stockings are hung by the trolleys with care with the knowledge that Santa Claus will soon be there!
While riding aboard a beautifully restored antique streetcar, visitors will get to meet Santa Claus and a few of his elf friends! Santa will be happy to have visitors take his picture at a planned photo stop along our route, so make sure you remember to bring your camera. You can also stop by the museum’s large Lionel toy train layout and view the wonderful LEGO layout built by Steel City LUG, Pittsburgh Area’s Adult LEGO User Group. New this year, Bruce Brickner’s HO-scale Skybus layout will be on display! Children can make a holiday craft, and everyone can enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookies. Tickets include a second festive trolley ride aboard the Yuletide Shuttle – a shorter 8 to 10 minute ride that departs regularly/on demand. The Trolley Display Building will be open during Santa Trolley so visitors can experience the rest of our collection as well! Browse the decorated trees from our Festival of Trees sponsors and vote on your favorite!
We are grateful to our Santa Trolley Diamond Sponsor, Washington Financial Charitable Foundation, for their generous support.
This is a rain or shine event. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. When you arrive at the museum, check in at the ticket desk to pick up your physical tickets. Please note that children ages 2 and under require free tickets and must ride in the lap of an adult. The number of children under 3 cannot exceed the total of adult/senior tickets in your group.

Buy Tickets here! Click to the November and December sections of our calendar to see available dates.
Adults $25, Seniors $24 (ages 62+), Children $23 (ages 3-15), Visitors 2 and under require free tickets and must ride in the lap of an adult.

Trolleys and Toy Trains
2024-12-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum – New Address, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
On Fridays during the month of December, you’re invited to enjoy holiday toy train layouts at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum! From 10 AM to 4 PM (last ticket sold at 3:15), visitors will be able to ride a festive trolley and view the holiday Lionel toy train layout and a seasonal LEGO display from Steel City LUG. Regular admission rates apply. Admission includes trolley rides and access to train layouts.

Regular admission: Adults $20, Seniors $19, Children $15, 2 and under free. Tickets are available on site and advance tickets are not needed.

Junior Conductor Days
2025-01-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Become a PTM Junior Conductor!

During this event, young visitors will have the chance to learn all about trolleys and the people that operate them. Listen to a story about trolleys and other things that move. Make your own conductor hat during a special craft. Discover the hand and bell signals trolley conductors use to communicate with each other! Also, enjoy a special photo opportunity in the trolley’s operator seat.
This event is included with general admission. No advanced purchasing of tickets is required.
The Museum is open on these dates from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. A story time will be offered at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. This event is open to all ages but perfect for kids ages 4-10.

Sensory Friendly Hours
2025-01-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Explore the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in a sensory modified setting with quieter streetcars, lowered exhibit sounds, and soft lighting. Advanced registration is not required for this event. Tickets will be available at our regular admission prices.

Adults: $20
Seniors (ages 62+): $19
Children (ages 3-18): $15
Toddler (ages 2 and under): Free
Members: Free

Available Resources
In addition, silicone bracelets will be made available in both adult and child sizes to assist with non-verbal communication, particularly for individuals who have autism, sensory processing difficulties, or anxiety. The wristbands are designed to provide a visual indicator of comfort levels and engagement preferences.

Red bracelets indicate that the wearer may be feeling overwhelmed or anxious and does not wish to engage in any conversation. They may wish to explore the museum at their own pace.
Yellow bracelets indicate that the wearer may feel uncertain about interactions. They may prefer limited engagement while navigating the museum at their own pace.
Green bracelets indicate that the wearer is comfortable and open to interaction with others.

Furthermore, guests will have access to complimentary Sensory Bags. These bags, which may be requested at the front desk located in the museum store, include noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, fidget toys, sensory items, and a sensory guide. A valid photo ID will be required for the loan, which will be held by the museum until the sensory bag is returned.

With the help of the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, PTM is pleased to provide Sensory Guides that can be used to help offer insight to guests on the sensory stimulation of different parts of the museum. These include touch, taste, sound, sight, and smell. This guide is available online. Physical copies are also available at the museum.

Questions about this event? Please call 724-228-9256 or email visitorservices@patrolley.org

RESCHEDULED: Trolley Tots
2025-01-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
UPDATE: Based on local school closings and the weather forecast, we have made the decision to reschedule our Thursday, January 16th Trolley Tots: Snowplow program to Friday, January 24th at the same time, 10:30 AM. Those who had pre-registered for the event, please check your email for further information. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out! You can reach the museum by calling 724-228-9256.
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! Space is limited, so advance purchase is recommended! Children must be accompanied by an adult – for field trip programs for preschool classes and other ages, click here!
Tickets
Tickets include access to the Trolley Tots program and same-day admission to the museum.

$25 for one child + one adult helper for non-members
$5 for one child + one adult helper for members
$10 for additional children in the same family group
$10 for additional adults in the same family group

Register here!
2025 Schedule
Programs begin promptly at 10:30 am and wrap up around 11:30 am. Please allow additional time for check-in and bathroom or snack breaks before we begin!
RESCHEDULE DATE: Friday, January 24: Snow plows
February 20: Safety vehicles (fire trucks and police cars)
March 20: Bicycles, motorcycles, and 2-wheeled vehicles
April 17: Tractors and farm equipment
May 15: Rockets
June 19: Boats and water vehicles
July 17: Ice cream truck
August 21: School bus
September 18: Automobiles
October 16: Cherry pickers and bucket trucks
November 20: Construction vehicles
December 18: Trains and toy trains
Vehicles subject to change.

Teacher Appreciation Weekend
2025-01-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Thank you, community educators!
On January 25 and 26, all teachers presenting a valid school ID are invited to enjoy the Museum with free admission. Explore our interactive exhibits in our Welcome & Education Center, take a trolley for a ride on our 4-mile round-trip line, and discover our historic streetcar collection.
Teachers will also have the opportunity to take home information about the Museum’s offerings of field trips, virtual field trips, and other educational resources.
Those who educate with a home school or institution without IDs may also enjoy free admission with other proof that they serve in this role.
General admission rates apply to all other members of a teacher’s party. No advanced purchasing of tickets is required. The Museum is open on these dates from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Teacher Appreciation Weekend
2025-01-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Thank you, community educators!
On January 25 and 26, all teachers presenting a valid school ID are invited to enjoy the Museum with free admission. Explore our interactive exhibits in our Welcome & Education Center, take a trolley for a ride on our 4-mile round-trip line, and discover our historic streetcar collection.
Teachers will also have the opportunity to take home information about the Museum’s offerings of field trips, virtual field trips, and other educational resources.
Those who educate with a home school or other institutions without IDs may also enjoy free admission with other proof that they serve in this role.
General admission rates apply to all other members of a teacher’s party. No advanced purchasing of tickets is required. The Museum is open on these dates from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Sensory Friendly Hours
2025-02-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Explore the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in a sensory modified setting with quieter streetcars, lowered exhibit sounds, and soft lighting. Advanced registration is not required for this event. Tickets will be available at our regular admission prices:

Adults: $20
Seniors (ages 62+): $19
Children (ages 3-18): Free during the month of February thanks to Alex E. Paris Contracting!
Toddler (ages 2 and under): Free
Members: Free

Available Resources
In addition, silicone bracelets will be made available in both adult and child sizes to assist with non-verbal communication, particularly for individuals who have autism, sensory processing difficulties, or anxiety. The wristbands are designed to provide a visual indicator of comfort levels and engagement preferences.

Red bracelets indicate that the wearer may be feeling overwhelmed or anxious and does not wish to engage in any conversation. They may wish to explore the museum at their own pace.
Yellow bracelets indicate that the wearer may feel uncertain about interactions. They may prefer limited engagement while navigating the museum at their own pace.
Green bracelets indicate that the wearer is comfortable and open to interaction with others.

Furthermore, guests will have access to complimentary Sensory Bags. These bags, which may be requested at the front desk located in the museum store, include noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, fidget toys, sensory items, and a sensory guide. A valid photo ID will be required for the loan, which will be held by the museum until the sensory bag is returned.

With the help of the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, PTM is pleased to provide Sensory Guides that can be used to help offer insight to guests on the sensory stimulation of different parts of the museum. These include touch, taste, sound, sight, and smell. This guide is available online. Physical copies are also available at the museum.

Questions about this event? Please call 724-228-9256 or email visitorservices@patrolley.org
