Trolleyology: A Century+ of Philadelphia Trackless Trolleys (The PRT/PTC Years)
This presentation will cover the trackless operation through PRT and PTC up until the system's takeover by SEPTA in 1968.
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This presentation will cover the trackless operation through PRT and PTC up until the system's takeover by SEPTA in 1968.
Go behind-the-scenes of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum! See our restoration shop, tour our archives, and discover all the ways that you can help bring trolley history to life.
Scouts participating in this workshop will study real-life engineers, design custom blueprints, race a balloon-powered vehicle, and more!
Calling all Homeschoolers: Join us for PTM’s Brick Club on Thursday, March 13th from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM! Who can attend Brick Club? PTM’s Brick Club is designed for Homeschool students […]
Scouts will have the opportunity to discover the communications technology of the Trolley Era, including antique radios, typewriters, printing presses, victrolas, phonographs, and more! This is a workshop for a Eagle-Required Merit Badge.
Dive into the world of vintage radios, typewriters, telephones, and more!
Dive into the world of vintage radios, typewriters, telephones, and more!
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!
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.
Learn from our volunteer guides how to lead visitors on a journey through the Trolley Era!
Learn from our volunteer guides how to lead visitors on a journey through the Trolley Era!
This hands-on course will teach you how to operate our trolleys and start your journey to qualify as a volunteer museum operator.
Calling all Homeschoolers: Join us for PTM’s Brick Club on Thursday, April 10th, from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM! Who can attend Brick Club? PTM’s Brick Club is designed for Homeschool students […]
Enjoy springtime at the Museum with the Easter Bunny! Go on a trolley ride through the forest, participate in a festive scavenger hunt and craft, and meet the famous bunny himself!
Enjoy springtime at the Museum with the Easter Bunny! Go on a trolley ride through the forest, participate in a festive scavenger hunt and craft, and meet the famous bunny himself!
Enjoy springtime at the Museum with the Easter Bunny! Go on a trolley ride through the forest, participate in a festive scavenger hunt and craft, and meet the famous bunny himself!
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!
Enjoy springtime at the Museum with the Easter Bunny! Go on a trolley ride through the forest, participate in a festive scavenger hunt and craft, and meet the famous bunny himself!
Enjoy springtime at the Museum with the Easter Bunny! Go on a trolley ride through the forest, participate in a festive scavenger hunt and craft, and meet the famous bunny himself!
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.
Conduct experiments about pollution, investigate clean energy sources, dive into the water cycle, and discover how to help eradicate invasive species in our area! This workshop is for a Eagle-Required Merit Badge.
Investigate different rocks and minerals and discover how our museum got its start in part thanks to a coal mine!
Enjoy the Museum for free thanks to the Jack Buncher Foundation!
This hands-on course will teach you how to operate our trolleys and start your journey to qualify as a volunteer museum operator.
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!
