New York Museum of Transportation

Explore the New York Museums of Transportation’s vast collection of train and trolley cars, buses, signs, photos, model railroad displays, and two Midtown Plaza monorail cars. During special events, enjoy a scenic two-mile round-trip ride on a 90-year-old electric trolley car—the only trolley ride in New York State.

Take a ride on the trolley

Check their schedule as you plan your day trip.

Admission includes a scenic two-mile round-trip ride on a 90-year-old electric trolley car. The trolley embarks on a new run every half-hour, from approximately 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Themed Events

In addition to the regular Sunday schedule, themed events are offered throughout the year, including Father’s Day, Railroad Day, Fall Foliage, Halloween, and Holiday.

Explore the Collection

The museum equipment includes fourteen trolley cars, a steam locomotive, emergency vehicles, and other antique motor and horse-drawn vehicles. It also houses a robust collection of historic photographs, a gallery of artwork, documents, maps, posters, advertisements, brochures, letters, news stories, and postcards.

Midtown Plaza Monorail Cars

NYMT and the City of Rochester have arranged to feature 2 monorail cars from the now-demolished Midtown Plaza as a permanent exhibit. They are on public display only—no monorail rides to relive those childhood memories. But what a thrill to see them all the same!

There’s more toward the back of the New York Museum of Transportation

And there’s more outside!

Check out the details in the model train exhibit

More information about NYMT

Check the website for current events and admission fees

Located in Rush, roughly 20 minutes / 18 miles from Rochester (get directions)

More info is available at nymtmuseum.org, where you can also become a member or learn how to volunteer.

Have you taken a trolley ride at the New York Museum of Transportation?

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