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, […]
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 […]
Toronto has North America’s largest streetcar network. Its 10 routes carry around 200,000 daily riders, and they are a ubiquitous sight throughout much of the city. This presentation will trace the early history of transit in Toronto, including the municipalisation of the streetcar system in 1921.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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.
Held for the first time in the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum's new Welcome and Education Center, the West Penn Trolley Meet is back for another year! The West Penn Trolley Meet is a meet-up for trolley/traction fans and model enthusiasts that happens every other year.
Held for the first time in the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum's new Welcome and Education Center, the West Penn Trolley Meet is back for another year! The West Penn Trolley Meet is a meet-up for trolley/traction fans and model enthusiasts that happens every other year.
“Anything on Wheels” is back - at our new campus at 1 Electric Way for the first time! Saturday and Sunday, June 8 and 9, from 10am to 4pm, come see dozens of vehicles including antique and classic cars, special use trucks, construction vehicles, and even some vintage boats on trailers. You can also ride […]
Held for the first time in the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum's new Welcome and Education Center, the West Penn Trolley Meet is back for another year! The West Penn Trolley Meet is a meet-up for trolley/traction fans and model enthusiasts that happens every other year.
