Connecticut Trolley Museum

06/01/2026

Our Theater Renovation project continues to progress, but we're still in need of additional donations to complete Phase 1. This phase will include a new interior wall for a storage area for the new tables and chairs coming in Phase 2, as well as enclose the electrical closet and reconnect the AC units that were disconnected for the renovation.

We are 90% to full funding for Phase 1 and looking to raise $10,000 for this final work. We are humbled and honored that this renovation has been fully funded through personal and business donations to date. We thank everyone who has contributed to the effort and we look forward to celebrating the opening of this multipurpose room very soon.

Phase 2 will launch for additional enhancements to the room, such as flooring, new tables and chairs, audio/visual systems, kitchenette and more. This multipurpose room will host meetings, events, birthday parties and more.

To donate, please visit our website and select Theater Renovation:

https://www.ct-trolley.org/support-and-community/donate/

or

Via mail at:

Connecticut Trolley Museum
58 North Road Box 360
East Windsor, CT 06088

Thank you!

05/31/2026

Looks like the weather turned itself around and it's going to be a BEAUTIFUL day for a trolley ride! Come visit us, we're open unitl 4pm. While your here, don't forget to explore the Exhibit Hall and the Connecticut Fire Museum! There's also some great activities for the kids!

05/28/2026

We had a great time with Jimmy Altman during his visit to our museum. Check out our segment:

https://www.fox61.com/article/entertainment/events/america-250/trolley-museum-east-windsor-connecticut-america-250/520-8bb7c662-6a7c-431d-8727-80b14bdc13ca?tbref=hp

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The Connecticut Trolley Museum staff and volunteers remain dedicated to keeping America's history alive.

05/26/2026

This post is a little older from East Troy Railroad Museum, but our museum has a particular interest in the Car 162 restoration. North Shore Car 162 was in the CT Trolley Museum Collection from 1971-2022. We can't wait to see this car fully restored and operating again!

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day Everyone!

Today we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedom. As you celebrate today, be sure to take time to remember those who gave it all.

05/24/2026

It's Memorial Day weekend, and we are open tomorrow from 9:30am-4pm! Hope to see you out there!

05/23/2026

Graduation is the start of a brand new journey, but some connections last a lifetime. Celebrate your graduate with a gift that grows with them wherever life takes them: A Lifetime Membership to the Connecticut Trolley Museum. Your grad will enjoy benefits locally and nationwide. They can host celebrations and gatherings with a yearly private trolley car rental, and even take controls with a Guest Motorman Experience every year. Their name will be permanently displayed on our Lifetime Member plaque., Give a gift they’ll never out grow. No matter where their life takes them, their membership will always be here for them.

Learn more today!

Connecticut Trolley Museum

05/22/2026

Are you a military family? Beginning this weekend through the end of our regular season, members of the military (with proper ID), active and retired, and their spouse. gain FREE admission to the Connecticut Trolley Museum on any non-event day! A special thanks goes out to our sponsor, Bumblebee Landscaping LLC for making this possible!

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05/20/2026

May Gift Shop Highlight:

Have you been looking for that special gift for the railroad or trolley fan in your life? Look no further! The Connecticut Trolley Museum now sells conductor caps, railroad ticket punches, and a wide variety of railroad buttons. Be sure to stop by the gift shop on your next visit, or just come in when we're open!

Don't forget, we're currently open every Saturday & Sunday, as well as Memorial Day from 9:30am-4pm.

05/19/2026

Connecticut Company #65 is the first trolley car added to our collection. Originally built in 1907 by the Wason Company of Springfield, MA for the Consolidated Railway Co. The car ran on the Putnam, CT area lines for the Consolidated Railway and operated out of the Dayville car barn. The Putnam lines consisted of 39 miles of trackage from Moosup to West Thompson.

The car was saved from the scrapper in 1925 when the Putnam lines were abandoned and cars #51-55 and #65 were sent to Hartford. Connecticut Company #65 operated on the suburban lines until 1941.

Car #65 had a unique feature in that it originally was equipped with Taylor SB trucks and GE motors. In 1932, the trucks were swapped for C-50 t rucks with WH101B motors for more speed and better riding. These are the same trucks #65 is equipped with today.

Car #65 was a "loner" built as part of a one car order. As such, it was never a part of a series of like cars.