FIELD TRIPS
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum provides unique, exciting, and educational on-site field trip opportunities for students PreK – 12th grade! Our museum is dedicated to sharing stories, insight, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) themed opportunities and experiences that will bring the Trolley Era to life. Enjoy our Welcome and Education Center, which features brand-new, hands-on, STEAM-centered exhibits, a dedicated classroom, event rental space, and an even bigger and better museum store!
supports classroom learning in:
History, Social Studies, Science
topics covered:
American History, Art, City Planning, Electricity, Engineering, History, Math, Pennsylvania History, Physics, Reading, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Transportation History
contact info
Phone: 724-228-9256
Email: [email protected]
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ABOUT
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
Take a ride into the past at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum and enter a world of timeless memories, historic innovations, and amazing discoveries. Embark on an immersive tour, engage with interactive exhibits, and enjoy special events throughout the year. Our history and STEAM exhibits tell the stories of the people, places, and things that made the trolley era such an exciting and unique time to be alive!
contact info
Hrs: Vary. See website
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Railroad Excursion Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Did you know that before the invention and popular use of the railroad, Americans told time by the position of the sun in the sky? After the development of the railway system, consistent, accurate time became necessary. In 1883, Standard Railway Time was adopted. Shortly after that, the four time zones—eastern standard, central daylight, mountain standard, and Pacific daylight—were adopted. Who knew that an invention in transportation could drastically alter how Americans told time?
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FIELD TRIPS
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum offers programs for both Girl Scouts and Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America)! These workshops fulfill Scouting requirements, but are also open to non-Scouts of the appropriate age. Admission to the museum is included with the purchase of any merit badge workshop. Merit badge workshops are taught by certified merit badge counselors. Click below to see what merit badges are currently being offered!
supports scout badges in:
Transportation, STEAM
topics covered:
American History, Art, City Planning, Electricity, Engineering, History, Math, Pennsylvania History, Physics, Reading, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Transportation History
contact info
Phone: 724-228-9256
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
Take a ride into the past at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum and enter a world of timeless memories, historic innovations, and amazing discoveries. Embark on an immersive tour, engage with interactive exhibits, and enjoy special events throughout the year. Our history and STEAM exhibits tell the stories of the people, places, and things that made the trolley era such an exciting and unique time to be alive!
contact info
Hrs: Vary. See website
FIELD TRIPS
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is a great spot for a summer camp field trip! Explore the Welcome and Education Center, which features brand new, hands-on, STEAM-centered exhibits, embark on a guided tour through the Trolley Era, and enjoy a scenic four-mile ride on one of our fully restored streetcars. Pack a lunch to enjoy at our outdoor picnic tables, watch the trolleys go by, and don't forget to check out the playground at J. Barry Stout Park!
topics covered:
American History, Art, City Planning, Electricity, Engineering, History, Math, Pennsylvania History, Physics, Reading, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Transportation History
contact info
Phone: 724-228-9256
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
Take a ride into the past at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum and enter a world of timeless memories, historic innovations, and amazing discoveries. Embark on an immersive tour, engage with interactive exhibits, and enjoy special events throughout the year. Our history and STEAM exhibits tell the stories of the people, places, and things that made the trolley era such an exciting and unique time to be alive!
contact info
Hrs: Vary. See website
FIELD TRIPS
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum provides unique, exciting, and educational on-site field trip opportunities for homeschool students PreK – 12th grade! Our museum is dedicated to sharing stories, insight, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) themed opportunities and experiences that will bring the Trolley Era to life. Enjoy our Welcome and Education Center, which features brand-new, hands-on, STEAM-centered exhibits, a dedicated classroom, event rental space, and an even bigger and better museum store!
supports classroom learning in:
Transportation, STEAM
topics covered:
American History, Art, City Planning, Electricity, Engineering, History, Math, Pennsylvania History, Physics, Reading, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Transportation History
contact info
Phone: 724-228-9256
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
Take a ride into the past at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum and enter a world of timeless memories, historic innovations, and amazing discoveries. Embark on an immersive tour, engage with interactive exhibits, and enjoy special events throughout the year. Our history and STEAM exhibits tell the stories of the people, places, and things that made the trolley era such an exciting and unique time to be alive!
contact info
Hrs: Vary. See website
FAMILY OUTINGS
Step back in time at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum where we house a collection of 50 streetcars, many of which are operational and used for daily rides. The Museum uses daily tours, interactive exhibits, multidimensional programming, and special events throughout the year to transport the whole family back to the Trolley Era. Experience the Bunny Trolley, Santa Trolley, or just stop in for a family adventure!
topics covered:
American History, Art, City Planning, Electricity, Engineering, History, Math, Pennsylvania History, Physics, Reading, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Transportation History
contact info
Phone: 724-228-9256
Email: [email protected]
INFO
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Celebrate their special day at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum! A vintage trolley arrives in style, bearing a special destination sign featuring your child’s name! You and your guests will go on a scenic trolley ride. Afterward, it’s party time! Enjoy yourselves in one of the Museum's three beautiful events rooms. Add more fun to your party with a guided STEAM activity or a guided tour.
topics covered:
American History, Art, City Planning, Electricity, Engineering, History, Math, Pennsylvania History, Physics, Reading, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Transportation History
contact info
Phone: 724-228-9256
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
Take a ride into the past at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum and enter a world of timeless memories, historic innovations, and amazing discoveries. Embark on an immersive tour, engage with interactive exhibits, and enjoy special events throughout the year. Our history and STEAM exhibits tell the stories of the people, places, and things that made the trolley era such an exciting and unique time to be alive!
contact info
Hrs: Vary. See website