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Published 3/9/26 12:47PM
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Volunteer at the B&O Railroad Museum

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Baltimore, MD
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  • Details

    Start Date:
    April 25, 2026, 8:30 AM GMT-4
    End Date:
    May 3, 2026, 4:30 PM GMT-4
    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    This is an all day event, 8:30 - 4:30, but please reach out to the Volunteer Manager if you can only work a partial shift.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Community Development, Education
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Volunteer at the B&O Railroad Museum

    Thomas the Tank Engine is coming to Baltimore, and we need your help to make the day a success!

    There will be games, crafts, music, food, train rides, and a life size Thomas on site for photos and to greet patrons! You can find out more about the event here:

    Family Fun Day: Day Out With Thomas™ | B&O Railroad Museum

    We are looking for volunteers to help make this 4 day event a smashing success! Shifts go all day, 8:30 - 4:30 pm with free lunch provided. This is a fun event, easy to complete any service learning or community service hours. Feel free to sign up for part or all of a shift.

    Roles we will need support to conduct:

    Admissions - Welcome Guests and provide maps

    Photo Line Attendants - Assistant patrons to stand in the right spot to get a photo with characters.

    Car Hosts - Ride the train and ensure patrons have a fun time!

    Play Areas - Ensure kids are safe and monitor games

    Thomas Gift Shop - Restock items and assist patrons finding the items they want.

    Character Support - Support a named face character, Sir Topham Hat, to stand in photos with kids.

    Moon bounce Supervision (Aged 18+) - Supervise inflatable moon bounce and ensure kids take turns for safety.

    Thomas's Big Day Out will take place at the following days and times:

    Sat. Apr. 25th and Sun. Apr. 26th

    Sat. May 2nd and Sun. May 3rd

    8:30 am - 4:30 pm.

    No prior knowledge needed; all training necessary will take place onsite. If you are engaging and excited to create a fun atmosphere to young children and their families, this event is for you! Free food provided! Volunteers need to arrive on time at the Main Museum campus, 901 W Pratt Street.

    Volunteers MUST register in order to work the event. To register as a volunteer, please follow the link below:

    Sign up today to reserve your spot as a volunteer!

    Location

    On-site

    B&O Railroad Museum

    901 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Please sign up for a shift at our sign up page:

    https://signup.com/go/uSgtMNP

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