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America 250: B&O Unlocked Celebrate America’s Story—One Railcar at a Time
The B&O Railroad Museum’s annual Unlocked series returns—this year with a special tribute to America’s 250th anniversary. Each month, step inside a different piece of rail history and experience the stories that helped build a nation. In honor of this milestone, American Freedom Train No. 1 will be opened twice in 2026—January and July—offering a rare chance to celebrate the spirit of freedom and innovation that defines America’s rail legacy.
You’ll also have the opportunity to step inside the newly restored B&O No. 3316 “Washington” Observation Tavern Car.
Become a B&O Member and receive free admission for each collection piece. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the doors on these historic pieces!
B&O No. 3528:
Wednesday 10/21, Saturday 10/24, Sunday 10/25 (10 am – 4 pm)
This October, we are unlocking one of our hidden gems: the B&O No. 3528!
Built by the Pullman Company in 1923, the B&O No. 3528 started its life as a standard “heavyweight” passenger coach with a steel body and straight-back seats. In 1937, the coach was upgraded with 66 reclining chairs and air conditioning. 10 years later, it was streamlined and put to use on the flagship Royal Blue Line connecting Washington, DC, and New York City.
Thanks to its many modern upgrades, the No. 3528 remained in service even as the passenger railroad fell into decline. In 1981, it was selected to travel with the famous Chessie Safety Express. When the coach retired in 1983, it was the last commercial passenger car to service the former-B&O lines.
Come to the B&O Railroad Museum to learn more about one of the B&O’s most dependable passenger coaches!
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