| 2010 |
| July |
| July 10 |
2nd Saturdays - "Mountain Streams to Coastal Swamps – Traveling N.C. Waterways"
Featuring artists from around the region, antique and classic boats, and speaker Ben Casey with his program, "N.C. Waters – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow." The boat show and artists display will be available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., while Casey will speak at 1 p.m. in the Bob Julian Roundhouse. We are still accepting artists and boats for the show. Call 704-636-2889 ext. 257. |
| July 13-16 |
Summer Camp : “Murder at Spencer Shops”
There is a fee to register. For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.
For more information, call Vickie Peacock at 704-636-2889 ext. 232. |
| July 24 |
Cub Scout Day
Cub Scouts ride the train in the morning, then earn their Geography Pin and Belt Loop during afternoon workshops.
Contact Brian Moffitt for more information, 704-636-2889 ext. 257. |
| August |
| August 7 |
All Ford Show
All Ford Show: Show features classic Ford automobiles, from Model A’s and Model T’s classic Mustangs and the latest in Ford technology. No entrance fee for spectators.
To register, call Bob Hopkins at 704-636-2889 ext. 256 |
| August 14 |
2nd Saturdays
Head back to an earlier time before planes, trains and automobiles and experience arts and crafts unique to our N.C. heritage. Folk artists, potters and metal workers will be featured. |
| August 14 |
 “Moving into the Carolina Backcountry: Colonial Era Transportation in the Carolinas and Virginia, 1585-1785.”
Military historian Tom Magnuson, M.A. describes the history of ground transportation in the southeast from Colonial times through the beginnings of powered transportation. The program takes place at 1 p.m. in the Bob Julian Roundhouse at the Museum. There is no charge for this event. This program is brought to you in cooperation with the N.C. Humanities Council. |
| August 21 |
 Honda Gold Wing Show.
The Gold Wing Road Riders Association’s Chapter M show their classic motorcycles from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| August 28 |
Fire Apparatus Show
Hosted by the Spencer Fire Department Auxiliary, this show will feature fire trucks from the first half of the 20th century to the present. People’s Choice Awards and Best in Show Awards will be presented. A parade of fire trucks will start the event at 9 a.m. with judging beginning at 10:30 a.m. Admission is free. |
| August 28 |
A Thomas and Friends Play Day
Join us for a fun filled day of Thomas and Friends activities. (Thomas will not appear) Free.
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| September |
| September 4 |
MOPAR Car Show
The Plymouth Car Club will display all kinds of Mopar vehicles, with no entrance fee for spectators, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |
| September 24-26, October 1-3 |
Day Out With Thomas™
A working Thomas the Tank Engine locomotive visits the museum, with a variety of entertainment events geared toward young children. Fee to be determined.
For information, call the N.C. Transportation Museum at 704-636-2889. |
| October |
| October 15 |
Fall Home School Day
A special day for home school groups to explore the museum through workshops and guided tours. Contact Brian Moffitt for more information, 704-636-2889 ext. 257. |
| October 16 |
Antique Automobile Club of America Show
Spectators are welcome to this members-only car show, sponsored by the Furnitureland Chapter of the AACA,with no admission fee. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |
| October 23 |
“North Carolina’s U-Boats – U-85, U-701, U-352”
This program, conducted by oceanographer Jim Bunch, tells the story of WWII-era German U-boats sunk off the coast of North Carolina, what remains of them today and research expeditions to the boats. The program takes place at 1 p.m. in the Bob Julian Roundhouse at the Museum. There is no charge for this event. This program is brought to you in cooperation with the N.C. Humanities Council. |
| October 30 |
Pumpkin Patch Express
Kids and their parents enjoy a train ride with friendly ghosts and witches before visiting the Pumpkin Patch Fair. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
| October 30-31 |
Autumn Train Excursions
The N.C. Transportation Museum hosts day trips to great destinations. Dome seating, first class seating and coach seating offered. Destinations and ticket prices to be announced. |
| November |
| November 5-7 |
Rail Camp
Participating Boy Scout troops will take train and turntable rides, explore the museum property, and earn their Railroading Merit Badge. Fee required.
Contact Brian Moffitt for more information, 704-636-2889 ext. 257. |
| Nov. 30 - Dec. 3, Dec. 7 - Dec. 10, Dec. 14 – Dec. 17 |
Jingle Bell Express
A 25-minute train ride for school groups with holiday music and a holiday story. Fee and pre-registration required. |
| December |
| Dec. 4-5, Dec. 11-12, Dec. 18-19 |
Santa Train
Santa rides the train, passing out oranges and candy canes, a Southern Railway tradition. Storytelling of classic Christmas tales and an ornament-making activity are also part of this event. Fee to be determined.
For information, call the N.C. Transportation Museum at 704-636-2889. |
| Dec. 4, 11, 17-18 |
Cookies & Cocoa With Santa
Take an evening train ride to the Roundhouse and enjoy cocoa and cookies with Santa at the North Pole. Get a picture with Santa and hear Christmas stories read by one of Santa’s helpers. Fee to be determined.
For information, call the N.C. Transportation Museum at 704-636-2889. |
