Museum Tours & Trolley Rides

Schedule

Sat Sep 06 2025 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

17 River St, East Haven, CT, United States, Connecticut 06512 | East Haven, CT

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🚋 Explore the Charm of Yesteryear at Shore Line Trolley Museum! 🚋
Tickets available online or at the door
Spend an hour, spend the day - embark on a nostalgic journey with the Shore Line Trolley Museum! Open for visitors, our museum offers enchanting trolley rides and captivating tours that transport you back in time. Purchase your tickets online or at the door and enjoy unlimited access throughout the day!
⏰ Operating Hours: Please check our website regularly for schedule changes 11 AM - 3 PM, Wed-Sun thru August with trolley cars departing a minimum of every hour. Our volunteer trolley operators will guide you through the oldest suburban street railway in the U.S.A. - a National Historic District that opened on July 31, 1900, connecting New Haven with the Connecticut shore line.
🚃 Authentic Trolley Experience: Step into history as you ride on an authentic antique trolley car. Whether it's the yellow Connecticut Company trolley capturing old New Haven, the 1923 New Orleans Public Transit trolley, or the semi-open 1904 Brooklyn Rapid Transit trolley, your journey promises a unique experience. We regularly operate trolley cars from New Orleans and Johnstown PA, providing diverse rides depending on weather conditions.
🛠️ Witness Restoration in Action: Marvel at meticulously volunteer-restored display cars and catch a glimpse of our dedicated volunteers working on overhead wires, signals, or tracks. If you're passionate about preservation, inquire about volunteering opportunities with your tour guide or ticket agent.
🎫 Membership Benefits: Consider becoming a member for exclusive advantages if you plan to visit multiple times a year. Ask about our annual membership subscriptions to enhance your museum experience.
🛍️ Take Home a Piece of History: Don't forget to stop by our museum store before you leave! Explore a variety of mementos to commemorate your visit.
Join us for an unforgettable day filled with history, charm, and the joy of trolley rides at Shore Line Trolley Museum. Purchase your tickets now and let the past come alive! 🌟🚋
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17 River St, East Haven, CT, United States, Connecticut 06512

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