Building parks was once a common way for streetcar companies to increase profits by providing a fun place for people to travel to — by streetcar, of course. These parks, known as trolley parks, could be as simple as a picnicking spot or as glamorous and exciting as an amusement park with rides, games, and water sports! Learn more about Montgomery County’s local trolley park Glen Echo, make a craft, and enjoy a display of objects from Glen Echo!

PLEASE NOTE: Our streetcars will be taking a well-deserved break on Saturday, August 5th. There will be NO STREETCAR RIDES available on this day. Tickets are discounted to $5 per person. Attendees will also be able to claim a discount for a future visit at the door (with the purchase of a discounted ticket on August 5th).

All Aboard! is NCTM’s monthly family program series. Every first Saturday of the month, join us to learn about a new topic of transit history through hands-on learning, scientific experimentation, creating art, and more! Designed for ages 4 and up, younger children may succeed with adult assistance.