Baltimore Streetcar Museum, Maryland

Written By Kelsey Cecil

Baltimore, Maryland · Updated October 19, 2026 · 11 min read

Trolley and streetcar museumTrain ridesOpen March to December; fall Sundays 11 am to 5 pm; closed January and February

For 60 years, the volunteers of the Baltimore Streetcar Museum have collected, restored and run the electric streetcars that once carried Baltimore, and every ticket still buys as many rides as you like.

  • Celebrating 60 years in 2026
  • Unlimited streetcar rides
  • Baltimore cars from 1859 to 1944
  • Carhouse tours when possible
  • Santa's Streetcar in December
  • Free parking in front

Baltimore Streetcar Museum at a glance

Hours
Fall (September 1 to December 1): Sundays 11 am to 5 pm; special event hours for Halloween and Santa's Streetcar; closed January 1 to February 28
Admission
Adults $20, seniors (60+) $15, children 4 to 11 $15, under 4 free, EBT or SNAP card holders free
Train rides
Unlimited streetcar rides included with admission
Seasonal events
Santa's Streetcar, Halloween Trick or Treat weekend, Movie Night, Annual Meeting and Members' Day
Plan for
About 1.5 to 2 hours
Best for
Young families and Baltimore history fans
Best ages
Ages 2 to 10
Parking
Free parking in front of the museum

Hours and prices as the museum posts them, checked October 19, 2026. Confirm before you go.

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Sixty years of keeping Baltimore's streetcars on the rails

The Baltimore Streetcar Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and an educational and cultural resource on the history of public transportation, especially the electric streetcar era in Baltimore and beyond. It preserves the vehicles, artifacts and records of that era, and in 2026 it marked 60 years of that work with a Jubilee evening at the museum on Falls Road.

Everything here has been done by volunteers. In June 1970 members were out laying the streetcar track the cars still run on today, and over the decades they have restored a permanent collection of Baltimore streetcars dating from 1859 to 1944, along with later transit pieces such as a 1962 GM "Fishbowl" bus. Those same volunteers operate the cars, lead carhouse tours, and keep the visitors' center and museum store open on operating days.

The museum is now looking ahead. Working with the City of Baltimore, it is in the early planning stages of a new campus centered on a restored and repurposed former Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad roundhouse at 2601 Falls Road, starting with work to make the old structure safe and secure before a phased transformation of the site.

Streetcar rides, the carhouse and the visitors' center

The main event is riding. Your admission covers unlimited rides on the streetcars running that day along the museum's line on Falls Road, so kids can climb back aboard again and again. Between rides, the visitors' center tells the story of Baltimore's streetcars through displays and photographs going back to the 19th century, and the museum store is part of the same stop.

When volunteers can arrange it, admission also includes a tour of the carhouse, where the collection of restored Baltimore streetcars is stored and maintained. That is the best way to see cars up close that are not running that day and to hear how the museum keeps century-old equipment working.

Don’t miss

  1. Unlimited streetcar ridesRide the restored Baltimore cars as many times as you like with one admission.
  2. The carhouse tourOffered when possible, it takes you inside where the streetcar collection is kept and restored.
  3. The 1962 GM Fishbowl busA classic city transit bus in the collection that shows what replaced the streetcars.
  4. The visitors' center displaysPhotographs and exhibits trace Baltimore's streetcars back to the 1800s.
  5. Santa's StreetcarDecember weekend rides with Santa, the museum's busiest and most festive days.

Ride again, and again, and again

Unlimited rides make this an easy win for young kids, and children under 4 are free. Fall Sundays tend to be relaxed, while the Halloween weekend in late October and Santa's Streetcar in December add costumes, treats and a visit from the man in red.

The museum also hosts birthday parties by reservation year-round and summer movie nights where families bring a blanket, watch a film and take a streetcar ride.

Plan your visit: tips for Baltimore Streetcar Museum

  • The museum takes MasterCard and VISA.
  • Large groups visiting during regular hours should contact the museum at least two weeks ahead.
  • School groups can arrange rides and tours outside regular hours with at least three weeks notice.
  • The museum is closed January and February for maintenance and restoration.
  • Check the events page before going, since the schedule changes by season.

Santa's Streetcar runs on December weekends with extended hours into the evening, and late October brings a Halloween trick-or-treat weekend on the streetcars. Both are among the museum's most popular days. For more seasonal rides, see Christmas train rides in Maryland and Halloween train rides in Maryland.

An all-volunteer museum

The Baltimore Streetcar Museum is a small, all-volunteer nonprofit. Members run the cars, restore the collection and host the annual Members' Day. Visitors help by buying admission, shopping the museum store, booking a party or wedding, becoming a member, or supporting the roundhouse campus plans.

More rail history in and around Baltimore

The B&O Railroad Museum, now the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation, is only about 2 miles away. The Ellicott City Station Museum is about 10 miles west, and for a second trolley ride, the National Capital Trolley Museum is about 27 miles away. Find more in our guide to Maryland train museums.

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Bring Rally along: a train book for the drive

Watercolor of a conductor in a blue suit shaking Rally's paw on the train
From Rally Takes the Train, watercolor by Leslie Dunn.

Volunteers here run the streetcars themselves, and I imagine one of them reaching down to help a little rider up the step. That is exactly what Mr. Conductor does in our book: in his blue uniform, he holds out a hand so Rally can climb aboard with Mom and Dad. If your kids like that page, there is a Rally coloring page to bring along.

Free for train families

Print the Rally coloring pages before you go

Watercolor coloring pages from the book, free to print. Tuck a few in a folder with crayons for the drive or the wait for the next train.

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Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A train story for the ride homeRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi's first train trip to see his grand-paw-rents. Hand-painted in real watercolor. $13.99 on Amazon, for ages 0 to 8.

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Sources

Everything on this page comes from the museum’s own website and social pages and, for history, Wikipedia, checked October 19, 2026.

Baltimore Streetcar Museum: 20 questions answered

Where is the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

The Baltimore Streetcar Museum is at 1901 Falls Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21211, along Falls Road (MD 25) north of downtown. Some listings give 1911 Falls Road, so use 1901 in your GPS and look for the museum's streetcars and carhouse. Call (410) 547-0264 if you need directions.

Is there parking at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

Yes. The museum offers free parking in front of the building for all visitors, and it describes itself as easy to find and easily accessible with plenty of parking space. For large groups arriving by bus, contact the museum at least two weeks before your visit so volunteers can plan.

What are the Baltimore Streetcar Museum hours?

As of October 2026, the museum is open every Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm from September 1 through December 1, with special hours for its Halloween weekend and Santa's Streetcar. It is closed January 1 through February 28, 2027 for maintenance and restoration. The schedule varies by season, so check the website before you go.

How much are Baltimore Streetcar Museum tickets?

As of October 2026, admission is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors 60 and up, and $15 for children ages 4 to 11. Children under 4 are free, and EBT or SNAP card holders are admitted free. Admission includes unlimited streetcar rides, the visitors' center and museum store, and a carhouse tour when possible.

Can you ride the streetcars at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

Yes, and as many times as you like. Admission includes unlimited rides on the restored streetcars operating that day. It is the museum's main attraction and the easiest way for kids to experience how Baltimoreans traveled around the city in the streetcar era.

Does the Baltimore Streetcar Museum do a Christmas event?

Yes. Santa's Streetcar lets families ride a streetcar with Santa on December weekends. For 2026, the museum lists December 5 and 6, 12 and 13, and 19 and 20, from 10 am to 7 pm. Tickets and details are posted on the museum's events page, and these days are popular, so plan ahead.

Does the Baltimore Streetcar Museum have a Halloween event?

Yes. The museum holds a Halloween trick-or-treat weekend on the streetcars; in 2026 it ran October 24 and 25 from 10 am to 5 pm. The museum bills it simply as Trick or Treat, a festive day out for young riders. Check the events page each fall for the current year's dates and any ticket details.

Can you get married at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

Yes. The museum is available for weddings by reservation all year round, along with birthday parties and other special events. A historic streetcar makes a memorable setting for photos or a ride with guests. Email info@baltimorestreetcarmuseum.org or call (410) 547-0264 to ask about dates and rental details.

Can you have a birthday party at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

Yes. Birthday parties can be booked by reservation all year, including outside regular public hours. A party with streetcar rides is a natural fit for a train-loving child. Contact the museum through info@baltimorestreetcarmuseum.org or (410) 547-0264 for availability and pricing.

What is the Baltimore Streetcar Museum roundhouse project?

The museum is in the early planning stages, with the City of Baltimore, of a new campus centered on a restored and repurposed former Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad roundhouse at 2601 Falls Road. Initial work will focus on making the structure safe and secure, followed by a phased transformation of the site.

What streetcars are in the Baltimore Streetcar Museum collection?

The permanent collection features Baltimore streetcars from 1859 to 1944, covering the horsecar era into the electric streetcar years. The museum also keeps later transit vehicles, including a 1962 GM Fishbowl bus. A carhouse tour, offered when possible, is the best way to see cars that are not running that day.

Are there photos of the Baltimore Streetcar Museum online?

Yes. The museum shares photos and videos of its streetcars and events on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, and its website includes historic images, such as volunteers laying track at the museum in June 1970. Visitor photos also appear on the museum's Tripadvisor page.

What do reviews say about the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

Reviews are collected on Tripadvisor, where visitors mention the exhibit of photographs telling the story of Baltimore's streetcars back to the 19th century. Most families come for the unlimited rides. The museum describes itself as a small, all-volunteer museum, so expect a friendly, hands-on visit rather than a large polished hall.

Does the Baltimore Streetcar Museum sell VHS tapes or videos?

The museum store is included with admission, but its current stock of videos and books is not listed online. If you are looking for a specific streetcar video, VHS tape or DVD, email info@baltimorestreetcarmuseum.org or call (410) 547-0264 to ask before you make the trip.

Was there an accident at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

The museum does not report any accident on its website, and it continues to operate public streetcar rides on its regular seasonal schedule. If you have a safety question about riding, the volunteers who run the cars can answer it, or you can contact the museum at (410) 547-0264.

Can school groups visit the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

Yes. Rides and tours are available outside regular operating hours by prior arrangement, with at least three weeks notice. Large groups visiting during regular hours should contact the museum at least two weeks ahead. Email info@baltimorestreetcarmuseum.org to set up a date.

How long should I spend at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

Most families spend about one and a half to two hours, depending on how many times the kids want to ride. Add time for the visitors' center, the museum store and a carhouse tour if one is offered that day. Event days like Santa's Streetcar can take longer because of lines.

Is the Baltimore Streetcar Museum good for toddlers?

Yes. Kids under 4 get in free, and unlimited rides mean little ones can hop on and off as often as their attention lasts. Visits are fairly short and easy to manage. The Halloween and Santa weekends are especially fun for preschoolers but busier than regular Sundays.

Who runs the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

The Baltimore Streetcar Museum, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit run entirely by volunteers. It celebrated 60 years of preserving Baltimore's streetcar history in 2026. Members vote at an annual meeting and enjoy a Members' Day with rides and carhouse tours, and new volunteers are welcome.

What other train museums are near the Baltimore Streetcar Museum?

The B&O Railroad Museum, now called the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation, is about 2 miles away. The Ellicott City Station Museum is about 10 miles, the Bowie Railroad Museum about 23 miles, and the National Capital Trolley Museum about 27 miles from Falls Road.

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