Black History Month: Unveiling Celebration for the B&O No. 3316
Schedule
Sat Feb 21 2026 at 11:30 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
901 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD, United States, Maryland 21223 | Baltimore, MD
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In celebration of Black History Month, the B&O Railroad Museum unveils the newly restored Baltimore & Ohio Railroad No. 3316 “Washington,” a 1949 observation tavern car that represents the height of luxury rail travel and honors the African American railroad workers—especially Pullman Porters—who made that experience possible. The No. 3316 operated on premier B&O passenger trains, including the Capitol Limited, Columbian and Ambassador. Following a two-year restoration, the car now features a restored art deco interior with a 17-seat observation lounge, a 24-seat tavern with a semicircular bar, and a mural depicting Washington, D.C.’s cherry blossoms.
The unveiling will include remarks from Chief Curator Jon Goldman, a talk from Jamie Partridge, Project Manager in the Restoration Shop, highlighting the historical significance of the car and the craftsmanship behind its restoration. Live jazz curated by Wordsmith, award-winning artist and B&O Railroad Museum Board Member, will feature a trio performing music inspired by the eras when railroads shaped American travel and culture.
The restored No. 3316 “Washington” is now on permanent display at the B&O Railroad Museum.
Event schedule:
11–11:30 a.m. | Slavery to Civil Rights Tour
11:30 a.m. | Arrival & welcome
11:35–11:45 a.m. | Curatorial remarks, Jon Goldman, Chief Curator
11:45 a.m.–noon | Restoration acknowledgements, Jamie Partridge, Project Manager, Restoration Shop
Noon–12:10 p.m. | Opening the car
12:15–1 p.m. | Restoration and behind-the-scenes talk, Jamie Partridge, Project Manager, Restoration Shop
1 p.m. | Introduction by Wordsmith
1–3 p.m. | Jazz trio performance
Jazz Trio Performers:
-Troy Long - Keys
-Devron Dennis - Drums
-Will Hazelhurst - Bass
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