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Fox River Trolley Museum - For Kids

for kids

The Fox River Trolley Museum is a great place for the whole family - EDUCATION THROUGH DEMONSTRATION and FUN! There are now two destinations - The Jon Duerr (Blackhawk) Forest Preserve and Castlemuir in South Elgin. The Jon Duerr (Blackhawk) Forest Preserve line opened in June 2002 is a new way to observe and enjoy nature as well as offering a nostalgic trip back to an era when electric trolley cars were part of everyday life.

A genuine old-time trolley transports you along an authentic railway which has operated ever since Independence Day, 1896.

In addition to the ride, you can inspect a variety of antique trolleys which cover a span of history from 1891 to 1952. Picnic tables are available are available at the Museum and Jon Duerr (Blackhawk) Forest Preserve. Hiking trails, fishing, bird watching, observing prairie plants and just plain relaxing are part of the Blackhawk Forest Preserve educational experience.

The Museum Store, located in the depot at Castlemuir, offers a variety of merchandise related to the trolley era and good memories of their experience at the Museum.

A visit to Fox River Trolley Museum is a fun educational experience for your whole family!

Here is a fun page for kids to print out and color:

Pumpkin Trolley, October 8, 9, 15, and 16, 2011

Departure Location - Castlemuir, South Elgin.

The pumpkin harvest is complete and the corn is in the shock ... and Indian summer with beautiful autumn colors decorate the "Ole Pumpkin Patch." Pick up a pumpkin at the patch and enjoy a small treat - great family fun at low cost. Departure Castlemuir, South Elgin. Ride the Trolley to the Pumpkin Patch and get your pumpkin.

NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!!!

Halloween Haunted Ghost Story Train
Departure Location: Castlemuir Depot (South Elgin)

For 2011, trains operate October 22, 23, 29, and 30 at 5, 6:15, and 7:30 p.m. See below for reservations, (required).

Come join us for an evening full of frights and delicious delights! Jump on our Ghost Story Trolley and take a ride into the John Duerr Forest Preserve. Gather around the roaring fire and listen to spooky stories and sign campfire songs while eating scrumptious s'mores. Costumes are welcomed! Suitable for all ages.


To make a reservation, click on the ghost!

Polar Express, November 26, December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18, 2011

Departure Location - Jon Duerr Forest Preserve

Chris Van Allsburg's best selling book, "The Polar Express" comes alive with story, food and song at the Fox River Trolley Museum. Board the "Polar Express" at Jon J. Duerr (Blackhawk) Forest Preserve for a ride north to meet Santa and experience the magic of the season.

November Reservations

December Reservations

e-mail foxtrolleytickets@att.net for reservation questions.

 



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