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Visit the Ohio Railway Museum

Come explore history on the rails!

Located in the heart of Worthington, Ohio, the Ohio Railway Museum invites you to step back in time and experience the golden age of railroading. Whether you're a train enthusiast, history buff, or family looking for a fun weekend adventure, we have something special waiting for you.

When to Visit:
Sundays from Noon to 4 p.m.
Open May through December

Where to Find Us:
990 Proprietors Rd,
Worthington, OH 43085

Ready to all aboard for an unforgettable journey? Come out and visit us – we can't wait to share our passion for railway history with you!

Attention High School Seniors!

Complete your Community Service Seal education requirement at the Ohio Railway Museum

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to earn your Community Service Seal for graduation? The Ohio Railway Museum (ORM) is here to help!

The Community Service Seal is part of Ohio’s graduation requirements. To earn it, you need to complete a volunteer project that benefits your community. ORM can guide you every step of the way! We’ll help you:

  • Pick a project that fits your interests.
  • Track your volunteer hours (at least 45 hours are required).
  • Provide mentorship and support to complete your project.

At ORM, you’ll make a difference while learning teamwork and leadership skills. Plus, you’ll have a great time doing it! Haven’t visited us yet? Come see what we’re all about.

You’re not just helping us—you’re helping your future!

Vision for the Future: Progress Update

Since announcing our expansion plans on National Train Day 2025, the Ohio Railway Museum has transformed into a hub of activity. Visitors will notice ongoing maintenance projects, guest experience improvements, and active restoration work throughout the property. Our volunteer base continues to grow, which is crucial for an all-volunteer organization like ours. If you haven't visited recently, you'll be amazed by the progress we've made. We look forward to welcoming you back, because alongside our dedicated volunteers, you are essential to our success.

Progress continues at the former Silcott Yard, with significant debris now removed. The historic Pennsylvania Railroad Freight House is now clearly visible. Alongside the Pennsylvania Railroad Freight House, our volunteers are hard at work on the pumpkin patch. Inside the former Pennsylvania Railroad Freight House in Worthington, Ohio, we are hard at work shoring up the structure in preparation for its eventual restoration. Linemen are hard at work at the Ohio Railway Museum, installing new poles for the future double track through the old Silcott Yard. Beautiful flowers bloom in the Ohio Railway Museum's pollinator garden.

Learn More About Our Vision

Curious about our long-term plans? Click here to read more about our "Vision for the Future" and see how we’re shaping the next chapter of the Ohio Railway Museum.

Get Involved

Want to be part of the action? Come out and volunteer with us! Join our team and help shape the future of the Ohio Railway Museum. Click here to learn more about volunteering opportunities.

Testimonials

★★★★★

"It may not be the biggest or most extensive heritage railroad/museum out there, but the equipment shown off is fascinating, the tram ride was fun, even if a little short, and the staff were friendly and incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the locomotives and rolling stock. If I lived close enough I'd absolutely volunteer, and if you live within an hour of Worthington Ohio, you should too!"

- Logan Casada
★★★★★

"What a great little museum! One of the oldest rail museums in the US, they have a great collection of Ohio transportation history. The trolley ride was great, and all the staff was able to answer any questions we had about the equipment. You are able to walk through a bunch of the cars and the trains, along with the displays inside the museum. A great afternoon for the young and young at heart."

- Derby TheMuffin
★★★★★

"Great place. Fun and learned a lot. Grandkids loved the train ride(me too) and ringing the bell. Great people are working there. Please visit. They are restoring these trains. History right here!"

- Jeff Briggs