FIELD TRIPS
Experience the history of railroading in Pennsylvania. Participate in interactive lessons about what it was like to work on the railroad. Alternatively, explore the 100,000 square foot hall at your own pace with a self-guided option. The Museum features interactive exhibits, almost 100 full sized, historic trains and railroad cars, and is sure to spark excitement in children of all ages.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Science, Engineering, STEM
topics covered:
Engineering, Heritage, History, Industry, Transportation, Trades
contact info
Name: Juliette O’Connor
Phone: 717-687-8628
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Experience the awe-inspiring power of trains and our nation’s fascinating railroad heritage. You’ll find 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars in the Museum’s world-class collection. Sit in an engineer’s seat, climb aboard a caboose and inspect a 62-ton locomotive from underneath. Explore TrainWorks, Stewart Junction railway education center, Steinman Station passenger depot/telegraph office, Main Street and many exhibits of railroad artifacts for all ages. Browse the Whistle Stop Shop and check out our special events.
contact info
Hrs: Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
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 Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania is the perfect setting for boys and girls scouts ages 11 to 17 to learn and earn the merit badge in railroading, engaging with historic artifacts and model trains. On-site workshops feature a variety of railroad-themed activities including equipment tours, demonstrations and a G-scale model railroad simulation. All requirements are fulfilled in a single day. Virtual railroading merit badge workshops offer a special opportunity for those who live at a distance.
supports scout badges in:
Railroading Merit Badge Workshops, Social Studies, Science, Engineering, STEM
topics covered:
Engineering, Heritage, History, Industry, Transportation, Trades, STEM
contact info
Name: Juliette O’Connor
Phone: 717-687-8628
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Experience the awe-inspiring power of trains and our nation’s fascinating railroad heritage. You’ll find 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars in the Museum’s world-class collection. Sit in an engineer’s seat, climb aboard a caboose and inspect a 62-ton locomotive from underneath. Explore TrainWorks, Stewart Junction railway education center, Steinman Station passenger depot/telegraph office, Main Street and many exhibits of railroad artifacts for all ages. Browse the Whistle Stop Shop and check out our special events.
contact info
Hrs: Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
FIELD TRIPS
Experience the history of railroading in Pennsylvania. Participate in interactive lessons about what it was like to work on the railroad. Alternatively, explore the 100,000 square foot hall at your own pace with a self-guided option. The Museum features interactive exhibits, almost 100 full sized, historic trains and railroad cars, and is sure to spark excitement in children of all ages.
topics covered:
Engineering, Heritage, History, Industry, Transportation, Trades, STEM
contact info
Name: Juliette O’Connor
Phone: 717-687-8628
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Experience the awe-inspiring power of trains and our nation’s fascinating railroad heritage. You’ll find 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars in the Museum’s world-class collection. Sit in an engineer’s seat, climb aboard a caboose and inspect a 62-ton locomotive from underneath. Explore TrainWorks, Stewart Junction railway education center, Steinman Station passenger depot/telegraph office, Main Street and many exhibits of railroad artifacts for all ages. Browse the Whistle Stop Shop and check out our special events.
contact info
Hrs: Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
FIELD TRIPS
Experience the history of railroading in Pennsylvania. Participate in interactive lessons about what it was like to work on the railroad. Alternatively, explore the 100,000 square foot hall at your own pace with a self-guided option. The Museum features interactive exhibits, almost 100 full sized, historic trains and railroad cars, and is sure to spark excitement in children of all ages.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Science, Engineering, STEM
topics covered:
Engineering, Heritage, History, Industry, Transportation, Trades, STEM
contact info
Name: Juliette O’Connor
Phone: 717-687-8628
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Experience the awe-inspiring power of trains and our nation’s fascinating railroad heritage. You’ll find 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars in the Museum’s world-class collection. Sit in an engineer’s seat, climb aboard a caboose and inspect a 62-ton locomotive from underneath. Explore TrainWorks, Stewart Junction railway education center, Steinman Station passenger depot/telegraph office, Main Street and many exhibits of railroad artifacts for all ages. Browse the Whistle Stop Shop and check out our special events.
contact info
Hrs: Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
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?
View Lesson Plan>>
FAMILY OUTINGS
Experience the history of railroading in Pennsylvania. Learn what it was like to work on the railroad. Alternatively, explore the 100,000 square foot hall at your own pace with a self-guided option. The Museum features interactive exhibits, almost 100 full sized, historic trains and railroad cars, and is sure to spark excitement in children of all ages.
topics covered:
Engineering, Heritage, History, Industry, Transportation, Trades, STEM
contact info
Phone: 717-687-8628
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Experience the awe-inspiring power of trains and our nation’s fascinating railroad heritage. You’ll find 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars in the Museum’s world-class collection. Sit in an engineer’s seat, climb aboard a caboose and inspect a 62-ton locomotive from underneath. Explore TrainWorks, Stewart Junction railway education center, Steinman Station passenger depot/telegraph office, Main Street and many exhibits of railroad artifacts for all ages. Browse the Whistle Stop Shop and check out our special events.
contact info
Hrs: Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.