2008 Events |
February |
February Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 1-4 p.m. Sunday. The museum is closed on Mondays. |
February Train Rides |
Saturday: 11
a.m. and 1 p.m.
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February |
Black History Month Tours
Guided tours and educational programs available throughout the month for scheduled groups.
Schedule a group tour |
February 8 |
Safe Bus Company Exhibit Opens
Artifacts tracing this history of the largest African American-owned bus company. The exhibit will be open through February 2009.
Learn More |
February 15-29 |
1969 GMC "Fish Tank" bus owned by Safe Bus Company on display
Join us on Friday, Feb. 15 at 10 a.m. for an event celebrating Safe Bus Company.
Learn More |
March |
March Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. The museum is closed on Mondays. |
March Train Rides |
Saturday: 11
a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
During special event dates.
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March |
Women's History Month Tours
Guided tours and educational programs available throughout the month for scheduled groups.
Schedule a group tour |
March 1 |
W.A.S.P. (Women's Air force Service Pilots) Presentation
David A. Stallman, author of Women in the Wild Blue: Target-Towing WASP at Camp Davis, will give a presentation on the women who came through Camp Davis in Wilmington, NC.
1 p.m. in the Roundhouse Orientation Room Theater.
Learn More |
March 1 |
Girl Scout Day (fee, pre-registration required)
Girl Scout troops can earn their N.C. Transportation Museum patch by exploring the site, completing an answer sheet, and riding on an antique locomotive. Troops will also hear a special presentation on Women's Air force Service Pilots with author David A. Stallman.
Reservations Required.
Learn More
Make Reservations Now |
March 1 |
Rowan Rides Free
Residents of Rowan County can ride the museum's 25-minute, on-site train ride for free, with proof of residency.
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March 15 |
Easter Egg Hunt
A free Easter Egg Hunt will take place at 9 a.m. in the field near the picnic shelters.
Learn More |
March 15-16
& 21-22 |
Easter Bunny Express (fee)
Ride the train with the Easter Bunny, who passes out treats and poses for pictures. A free Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, March 15 at 9 a.m. in the field near the picnic shelters.
Learn More
Purchase Tickets |
March 18-20
& 25-28 |
"Spring Fever" Train Rides Offered During Weekdays
Take an opportunity to ride the train during the week. Daily train rides won't officially return until Memorial Day. |
April |
April Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. |
April Train Rides |
Saturday: 11
a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
During special event dates.
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April 3-6 |
Visit the Museum booth at the Lowe's Motor Speedway Auto Fair in Charlotte |
April 11 |
Spring Home School Day
A special day for Home school groups to explore the museum through workshops and guided tours.
Reservations Required.
Learn More
Make Reservations |
April 12 |
Tractors & Trains; Antique Tractor Show
The Iron Peddlers Antique Power Club will display antique tractors and farm equipment from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Kids can compete in the Kiddie Tractor Pull. Free.
Learn More |
April 19 |
Studebaker Car Show
Classic Studebakers will be on display from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bring your Studebaker to join the fun. Free to register and free for spectators.
Learn More
Register a Vehicle |
April 19 |
Volunteer Open House
Ever thought about restoring and operating trains? Like history and can talk to visitors? Good with kids? Better at administrative tasks? Then we need you!
Current Museum volunteers will show off their current projects and answer questions about volunteerism.
Learn More |
April 26-27 |
Rail Days (fee)
Re-live the golden years of railroading with a with a weekend full of family fun! Train rides, model trains, live music, children's activities and the Rail Days CASI Chili Cook-off.
Learn More
Purchase Tickets
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May |
May Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. |
May Train Rides until Memorial Day |
Saturday: 11
a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
During special event dates.
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May 3 |
Antique Truck Historical Society Show
Show features trucks of all makes and models that are at least 25 years old. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free for spectators, $10 registration fee to display a vehicle.
Learn More |
May 10 |
Learning to Fly Aviation Program
Explore real helicopter and airplane cockpits, play inside a hot air balloon, and try your hand in the "Piedmonster," a restored 1950s GAT 1 (General Aviation Trainer) Simulator.
Learn More
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May 17 |
Vintage Motorcycle Show
The Triad Classic Motorcycle Club will display antique motorcycles from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Enter your bike for a $10 registration fee.
Learn More |
May 26 |
Memorial Day
Train rides resume a daily schedule:
Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. |
May 31 |
Go Fast, Turn Left: Voices from Orange County Speedway |
Program by Kenny Dalsheimer, M.A. at 1 p.m. This program is made possible by the North Carolina Humanities Council, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Learn More |
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MANY STORIES, ONE PEOPLE |
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June |
June Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. |
June Train Rides |
Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
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June 7 |
Membership Appreciation Day
A day full of activities just for members of the N.C. Transportation Museum Foundation. Behind the scenes tours, diesel cab rides, children's activities, and an ice cream social for Junior Engineers are all part of the fun.
Become a Member |
July |
July Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. |
July Train Rides |
Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
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July 19 |
Cub Scout Day (fee, pre-registration required)
Cub Scouts ride the train in the morning, then earn their Geography Pin and Belt Loop during afternoon workshops.
Learn More
Make Reservations |
July 22-26 |
Mystery at Spencer Shops Summer Camp
There's been a crime and it's up to YOU to solve it!
Rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders can reconstruct a crime scene,
uncover evidence, and present a case in front of a panel of judges. A mock trial and awards ceremony will take place on the last day, and parents are invited!
Learn More
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August |
August Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. |
August Train Rides |
Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
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August 2 |
100th Anniversary of the Ford Model T
Celebrate with us at the All Ford Show from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
We want 100 Model T's on display, so bring out your T! All Fords welcome, free to register and free for spectators.
Learn More
Register a Vehicle |
August 30 |
Plymouth Mopar Car Show
The Plymouth Car Club will display all kinds of Mopar vehicles fro 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free.
Learn More |
September |
September Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. |
September Train Rides |
Saturday: 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
During special event dates.
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September 1 |
Labor Day
Train rides begin Fall schedule and are only offered on weekends, for scheduled groups, or during a special event. |
September 5 |
Fall Home School Day
A special day for Home school groups to explore the museum through workshops and guided tours.
Reservations Required.
Learn More
Make Reservations |
September 11-14 |
Visit the Museum booth at the Lowe's Motor Speedway Auto Fair in Charlotte |
September 26-28 & October 3-5 |
Day Out With Thomas™ (fee, tickets required)
Take a 25-minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™, a real steam locomotive. Bob the Builder will perform live on stage. Meet Sir Topham Hatt™, see a magician show, play in bounce castles, get a temporary tattoo, and much more. Model train layouts, live railroad music and a Caboose Train are part of the fun.
Learn More
Purchase Tickets (On sale April 1, 2008)
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October |
October Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. |
October Train Rides |
Saturday: 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
During special event dates.
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September 26-28 & October 3-5 |
Day Out With Thomas™ (fee, tickets required)
Take a 25-minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™, a real steam locomotive. Bob the Builder will perform live on stage. Meet Sir Topham Hatt™, see a magician show, play in bounce castles, get a temporary tattoo, and much more. Model train layouts, live railroad music and a Caboose Train are part of the fun.
Learn More
Purchase Tickets (On sale April 1, 2008)
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October 18 |
Antique Automobile Club of America Show
Members of the Furnitureland Chapter of the AACA will display classic cars of all makes and models. Free for spectators. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Learn More |
October 25 |
Pumpkin Patch Express (fee)
Ride the train with friendly ghosts and witches,
as they pass out Halloween treats. Then visit the Pumpkin Patch Fair at the Roundhouse for Halloween games, goodies, coloring, sidewalk chalk and bubbles.
Learn More
Purchase Tickets (On sale Sept. 1) |
November |
November Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed on Monday |
November Train Rides |
Saturday: 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Sunday: 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
During special event dates.
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| November 1 and 2* |
Virginia Autumn Flyer Train Excursion
Day trip train excursion from Spencer, NC to Charlottesville, Va. Coach, First Class and Dome Level seats will be available.
*Dates and details are subject to approval from the operating railroads.
Get excursion information as soon as it becomes available. Send your name and contact information to: development@nctrans.org |
November 7-9 |
Rail Camp Boy Scout Weekend (fee, pre-registration required)
Boy Scout troops camp out at the museum for the weekend, learn about the railroad in North Carolina and earn their Railroading Merit Badge. The weekend fills up quickly, so make your reservations early.
Learn More
Make Reservations |
November
11 |
Museum closed for Veterans Day |
November 15 |
War Zone: World War II Off North Carolina's Outer Banks |
Program by Kevin Duffus at 1 p.m. This program is made possible by the North Carolina Humanities Council, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Learn More |
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MANY STORIES, ONE PEOPLE |
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November 26 |
Spencer/Salisbury Holiday Caravan Parade
The parade starts at 2 p.m., and the street in front of the museum is closed down. Vehicles will be unable to enter or exit the museum between the hours of 1 and 5 p.m. due to the parade procession. No train rides are offered on this day.
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November 27 |
Museum closed for Thanksgiving |
November
28 |
Museum re-opens on Normal Schedule
Special "Day After Thanksgiving" Train rides running at
11 a.m., 1, 2, and 3 p.m. |
December |
December Hours |
The museum is open from 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and
1-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed on Monday |
December Train Rides |
All December Train rides are part of a Holiday Event. See the event schedule below.
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December 6-7, 13-14 & 20-21 |
Santa Train (fee)
Santa rides the 25-minute train, passing out oranges
and candy canes, a Southern Railway tradition.
Storytelling of classic Christmas tales and
an ornament-making activity are also part
of the fun.
Learn More
Purchase Tickets (On sale Nov. 1) |
December 2-5
& 9-12 |
Jingle Bell Express (fee, pre-registration required)
Children hear readings of Christmas stories
while riding the museum's 25-minute on-site train during
this event for school and other children's
groups.
Learn More
Make a Reservation |
December 5-6 & 12-13 |
Cookies & Cocoa with Santa (fee)
Take a 25-minute evening train ride to the Roundhouse
and enjoy a treat with Santa, and hear Christmas
stories read by one of Santa's helpers. Limited
space available; advance reservations required.
Learn More
Purchase Tickets (On sale Nov. 1) |
December 23-26 |
Museum closed for Holidays |
December 27, 28 & 30 |
"Winter Fever" Train Rides Offered.
The museum will re-open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Tuesday, with train rides running at 11 a.m., 1, 2, and 3 p.m.; and 1-5 p.m. on Sunday, with train rides at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. |
