Children's Museums
The Electric City Trolley Museum
📍 300 Cliff St, Scranton, PA 18503🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
About The Electric City Trolley Museum
Historic trolleys, exhibits & rides. Kid-friendly destination featuring interactive exhibits, rides & a collection of vintage trolleys. The museum features the 1929 Electromobile streetcar (Car #505) as a primary exhibit, which is undergoing restoration as part of the Project 505 restoration project. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 659 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Historic Trolley Museum
- Location
- Downtown Scranton, Pennsylvania at Steamtown National Historic Site
- Highlights
- Historic electric trolley collection, vintage streetcar rides
- Notable History
- Site of first electric streetcar operation in 1886
- Organization
- Nonprofit volunteer-run 501(c)(3)
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features the 1929 Electromobile streetcar (Car #505) as a primary exhibit, which is undergoing restoration as part of the Project 505 restoration project
- The trolley route includes a mile-long tunnel that many long-time Scranton residents were unaware of, adding a distinctive geographic feature to the experience
- The museum commemorated its 125th anniversary in 2011, indicating the collection and operation dates back to at least 1886
- The museum's trolley rides take passengers to the baseball stadium at Montage Mountain, incorporating local landmarks into the historic transportation experience
💬 What Visitors Say
- Take the trolley ride to Montage Mountain and pay attention to the conductor's commentary—visitors report discovering local history details they didn't know despite living in Scranton for decades, including the historic mile-long tunnel on the route
- Visit on a weekday to enjoy a quieter, more relaxed experience with less crowding, allowing you to better appreciate both the museum displays and the trolley ride
- Allow 2-3 hours for your visit: time to explore the period technology exhibits in the museum itself plus the full trolley excursion ride to Montage Mountain
- This is an ideal family outing for all ages with interactive elements—the combination of hands-on museum exhibits and the actual trolley ride experience keeps both children and adults engaged
- Ask the conductor questions during the trolley ride—they are noted as knowledgeable and provide context about the early 1900s trolley service and points of interest along the route that enhance the historical learning experience
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