The Connecticut Trolley Museum (CTM) is thrilled to present a full calendar of family-friendly summer activities beginning July 1st and running through September 1st, 2025. From interactive exhibits to themed events, CTM offers a summer experience filled with fun, learning, and unforgettable memories for visitors of all ages.

Summertime is the best time to visit CTM - come once or all summer long! Enjoy trolley rides operated by costumed motormen aboard restored trolley cars from the early 1900s. Learn about the history of the collection and how the Museum began. In the Visitor Center explore a variety of hands-on stations including the Trolley Experience, where guests can climb aboard selected trolleys and take the controls using their imagination. At the Crafting Station, children can create their own Motorman hat and trolley fare ticket to take home. Participate in the Scavenger Hunt/I-Spy Challenge for a chance to win a trolley fare token, and don't miss the Dress-Up Station - perfect for photos! Admission also includes access to the Fire Truck Museum, home to more than 15 historic fire trucks and firefighting equipment dating back to 1923.

The LEGO® Station Exhibit continues to be a visitor favorite at CTM, offering a hands-on experience that encourages creativity and imagination for all ages. Guests are invited to build and display their own creations throughout the summer as part of this interactive exhibit, which is included with general admission. New this year, CTM will host a LEGO Building Theme Contest, where participants can enter their creations based on rotating themes for a chance to win fun prizes. Whether you're a casual builder or a LEGO enthusiast, the LEGO Station is a great place to let your imagination roll!

For a more in-depth LEGO experience, CTM will host LEGO Workshops on Friday, July 11 and Friday, August 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Children ages 8-12 will build a trolley using a custom LEGO kit, take a trolley ride, enjoy a snack, and receive a guided museum tour. The workshop fee is $25 per person ($20 for Museum Members) and includes admission. Space is limited and registration is required at www.ct-trolley.org.

Also returning this season is the beloved Storytime Trolley, where families gather inside a historic trolley to hear stories featuring trains and trolleys, followed by a scenic trolley ride. Storytime is offered every Tuesday and Wednesday at 11 a.m., starting the week of June 30th and is included with paid general admission.

Fun Fridays are new this year! Every Friday will feature special programs and surprise visits from other attractions - ranging from hands-on activities to live appearances. Each Fun Friday promises a unique experience, and event details will be announced as they are confirmed. Follow CTM on social media or visit our website regularly to stay in the loop. Fun Fridays are included in regular admission. Additionally, the Fire Museum invites visitors to climb aboard and sit on a real fire truck-don't miss this hands-on experience!

To show appreciation for local communities, CTM is offering Half-Off Admission to residents of nearby towns, rotating weekly:

• July 1-6: East Windsor
• July 8-13: Windsor Locks
• July 15-18: Suffield
• July 22-27: Ellington
• July 29-August 3: Somers
• August 5-10: Enfield
• August 12-15: Hartford
• August 19-24: Agawam, MA
• August 26-31: Springfield, MA
  (Offer not valid on Special Event days.)

CTM Members receive incredible reciprocal benefits:

• Half-Off General Admission in July to the Connecticut Science Center (Hartford, CT)
• Half-Off General Admission in July & August to the Children's Museum (Holyoke, MA)
• Half-Off General Admission All Season to the Lutz Children's Museum (Manchester, CT)
• 15% Off at The Yarde Tavern (East Windsor, CT)
• Discounts through the Time Travelers and Trolley Wayfinder reciprocal networks, including free admission to the Shoreline Trolley Museum (East Haven, CT) and discounts at historical and trolley museums across the country.

Additional member benefits include:

• Free general admission year-round
• Discounted admission to Special Events
• Discounts on workshops, birthday parties, and gift shop purchases
• Unlimited trolley rides and Storytime Trolley

For membership information or to join, visit www.ct-trolley.org or call 860-627-6540.

Special Summer Events:

Dino-Trolley returns July 12-13 & July 19-20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last ticket sold at 3:30 p.m.). This beloved event combines trolley rides with dinosaur-themed fun. Board a trolley for the Dino Hunt Safari Ride, where life-sized (non-moving) dinosaur figures are hidden throughout the woods. Enjoy a narrated ride, fossil dig, I-Spy scavenger hunt, dino-themed crafts, egg hunts, and an 8-foot-tall interactive T. Rex display. Admission is $15 for ages 2 and up, free for under 2 (must sit on an adult's lap). Museum Members receive 50% off. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.ct-trolley.org.

Superhero & Princess Day takes place on August 16. Dress up as your favorite hero or princess and enjoy a day full of imagination and creativity. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., meet surprise costumed characters, design your own superhero mask or princess crown, and get your face painted by DazzleDay Face Painters. Admission includes all activities and Fire Truck Museum access: Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.ct-trolley.org.

• Adults: $14
• Seniors (62+): $13
• Youth (12-17): $13
• Children (2-11): $10
• Under 2 & Museum Members: Free

General Admission (Non-Event Days):

• Adults: $13
• Seniors (62+): $12
• Youth (12-17): $12
• Children (2-11): $9
• Under 2 & Museum Members: Free

Museum Regular Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (first trolley departs at 11am & last trolley ride departs at 3 p.m.) For tickets, event details, or membership information, visit www.ct-trolley.org or call 860-627-6540. The Connecticut Trolley Museum is located at 58 North Road (Rt. 140), East Windsor, CT, just 15 minutes north of Hartford and 15 minutes south of Springfield.

The Connecticut Trolley Museum is located at 58 North Road (Rt. 140), East Windsor, CT, just 15 minutes north of Hartford and 15 minutes south of Springfield.