In celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Museum’s new exhibit, The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad, the B&O is hosting special programming on Sun, Jan. 15 and MLK Day, Mon, Jan. 16.
Programs include a performance by the historic Union Baptist Church’s choir with an introduction by Reverend Montgomery, scheduled The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O and From Slavery to Civil Rights tours, and kid-focused educational activities throughout the weekend.
Event Schedule
Sunday, January 15
10 AM – 2 PM: Kids Activity in Roundhouse
11:30 AM: Train Ride*
1 PM: Train Ride*
2 – 3 PM: Union Baptist Choir and Children’s Choir performance
3 PM: The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Public Tour
Monday, January 16
10 AM – 1 PM: Educational activities in the Roundhouse for kids
12 PM: Train Ride*
1 – 1:30 PM: From Slavery to Civil Rights Public Tour
Programming included with Museum Admission. B&O Members FREE.
*Train ride tickets not included in admission price. Train ride tickets can be purchased on-site.
More Upcoming Underground Railroad Events
The B&O Railroad Museum is proud to host events and activities related to our exhibit, The Underground Railroad: Freedom Seekers on the B&O Railroad throughout 2023 — with live performances, lectures, and more.
Upcoming Events at the B&O
Turntable Demo
Earth Day Gardening
“Fueling America’s Railroads: Climate Change and the Evolution of Fuel Types” Public Tour
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