The story of the American railroad begins here, when Charles Carroll laid the first stone for the B & O Railroad on July 4th, 1828.
In 1830, Peter Cooper's efforts produced America's first steam locomotive here. Inside the roundhouse is a famous collection of 50 antique locomotives, Imlay coaches and replicas.
In the yard is an impressive display of larger, more recent equipment.
America's largest railway museum, the site includes current operating schedules and fares, directions to the museum, and a complete roster of equipment.