The National Museum of Industrial History is excited to offer a hands-on train engineer experience on its restored narrow gauge locomotive! Situated in the museum’s park area, the 1941 Whitcomb diesel-electric locomotive was used at Bethlehem Steel in the Electric Furnace Melt Shop where it moved trains of scrap metal. Restored by museum volunteers and staff to working condition, the train operates on a little over 100 feet of demonstration track. During this educational experience participants will be able to climb into the cab, learn how the locomotive works, then take the controls under the supervision of museum personnel. The short but memorable runs will let you step back in time, putting you in the same engineer’s seat as the steelworkers who helped build the country.
Each experience is limited to two adults or one adult and one child. Each session lasts approximately 20 minutes and is weather-dependent. Tickets are $30 per session (includes 1-2 participants) and are non-refundable except in the case of inclement weather or cancellation by the museum.
Learn more about the locomotive’s restoration process and see it in action here: https://www.nmih.org/restoration-highlight-1941-bethlehem-steel-whitcomb-narrow-gauge-locomotive
Because of the nature of operating historic equipment, availability is subject to change without advance notice. Every reasonable effort will be made to keep your experience on track. Guests must be able to climb four steps to enter and exit the locomotive. NMIH’s Bethlehem Steel locomotive experience is separate from regular museum admission.
BOOK YOUR TIMESLOT FOR THE 2025 SEASON
Pre-registration required
2024 Season Dates – First and Third Sundays April through October (with some exceptions)
TO PURCHASE TICKETS FOR FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH CLICK HERE.
TO PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THIRD SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH CLICK HERE.
Please note, online ticket sales end on midnight the night before each event. To inquire about open time slots the day of the event, please call 610-694-6644 or visit the admission desk.
You are invited to join us in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass to celebrate the 108th anniversary of the consecration of St. Joseph’s Church.
Pray with us in the beautiful surroundings of our historic church built by Windish/Slovenian immigrants. Mass begins 11 AM at St. Joseph’s
R.C. Church, 413 East 5th Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. Luncheon to follow after Mass at SeWyCo Social Hall, 1 Kenny Headman Lane, Bethlehem, PA 18015. ALL ARE WELCOME!
For details about sponsorships or luncheon reservations, please email us at ssjb.email@gmail.com or call Paula at 504.258.6018.
Join us for SouthSide Arts District’s First Fridays for extended hours and free admission from 6-8pm. Be sure to check out the many other special events going on throughout the SouthSide community here.
Featuring free admission
Museum in Motion live machinery demonstrations
Hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities
Full details on our event website Upcoming Events – National Museum of Industrial History
The National Museum of Industrial History is excited to offer a hands-on train engineer experience on its restored narrow gauge locomotive! Situated in the museum’s park area, the 1941 Whitcomb diesel-electric locomotive was used at Bethlehem Steel in the Electric Furnace Melt Shop where it moved trains of scrap metal. Restored by museum volunteers and staff to working condition, the train operates on a little over 100 feet of demonstration track. During this educational experience participants will be able to climb into the cab, learn how the locomotive works, then take the controls under the supervision of museum personnel. The short but memorable runs will let you step back in time, putting you in the same engineer’s seat as the steelworkers who helped build the country.
Each experience is limited to two adults or one adult and one child. Each session lasts approximately 20 minutes and is weather-dependent. Tickets are $30 per session (includes 1-2 participants) and are non-refundable except in the case of inclement weather or cancellation by the museum.
Learn more about the locomotive’s restoration process and see it in action here: https://www.nmih.org/restoration-highlight-1941-bethlehem-steel-whitcomb-narrow-gauge-locomotive
Because of the nature of operating historic equipment, availability is subject to change without advance notice. Every reasonable effort will be made to keep your experience on track. Guests must be able to climb four steps to enter and exit the locomotive. NMIH’s Bethlehem Steel locomotive experience is separate from regular museum admission.
BOOK YOUR TIMESLOT FOR THE 2025 SEASON
Pre-registration required
2024 Season Dates – First and Third Sundays April through October (with some exceptions)
TO PURCHASE TICKETS FOR FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH CLICK HERE.
TO PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THIRD SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH CLICK HERE.
Please note, online ticket sales end on midnight the night before each event. To inquire about open time slots the day of the event, please call 610-694-6644 or visit the admission desk.
Join us at the Museum to honor Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation with the Spirit of Innovation Award in recognition of its 30 years of fostering innovation and ensuring the growth and vitality of the Lehigh Valley.
All proceeds support the National Museum of Industrial History’s commitment to preserving our industrial past to educate tomorrow’s innovators.
FEATURING
Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres
Music
Interactive Artifact Demonstrations
Silent Auction
Award Presentation
& more
SPONSORSHIP & PROGRAM AD DETAILS HERE.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.
DONATE AN ITEM FOR OUR SILENT AUCTION HERE.
About LVEDC
Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation (LVEDC) is a nonprofit public/private partnership whose mission is to market the economic assets of the Lehigh Valley and to create partnerships to support the recruitment, growth, and retention of employers and the creation of jobs for people of all skill and education levels.
Thank you to our generous sponsors…
Premiere Sponsor
Joanne & Hank Barnette
Print Sponsor
Working Dog Press
Join us for SouthSide Arts District’s First Fridays for extended hours and free admission from 6-8pm. Be sure to check out the many other special events going on throughout the SouthSide community here.
Featuring free admission
Museum in Motion live machinery demonstrations
Hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities
Full details on our event website Upcoming Events – National Museum of Industrial History
Lehigh Lounge is a dynamic pop-up experience that brings Lehigh University’s spirit of innovation to life.
Discover exciting showcases from Design Labs, the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering, CITL, and LTS—each offering hands-on activations that invite you to explore, create, and connect. Lehigh Athletics will also be on-site with fun, interactive activities. Attendees can score exclusive Lehigh Lounge swag and enjoy a complimentary drink along with chips & salsa.
Stop by on August 9 to chat with COE faculty George DuPaul, Zilong Pan and Acting Dean Robin Hojnoski!
Lehigh Lounge is a dynamic pop-up experience that brings Lehigh University’s spirit of innovation to life.
Discover exciting showcases from Design Labs, the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering, CITL, and LTS—each offering hands-on activations that invite you to explore, create, and connect. Lehigh Athletics will also be on-site with fun, interactive activities. Attendees can score exclusive Lehigh Lounge swag and enjoy a complimentary drink along with chips & salsa.
Stop by on August 9 to chat with COE faculty George DuPaul, Zilong Pan and Acting Dean Robin Hojnoski!
Lehigh Lounge is a dynamic pop-up experience that brings Lehigh University’s spirit of innovation to life.
Discover exciting showcases from Design Labs, the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering, CITL, and LTS—each offering hands-on activations that invite you to explore, create, and connect. Lehigh Athletics will also be on-site with fun, interactive activities. Attendees can score exclusive Lehigh Lounge swag and enjoy a complimentary drink along with chips & salsa.
Stop by on August 9 to chat with COE faculty George DuPaul, Zilong Pan and Acting Dean Robin Hojnoski!
Lehigh Lounge is a dynamic pop-up experience that brings Lehigh University’s spirit of innovation to life.
Discover exciting showcases from Design Labs, the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering, CITL, and LTS—each offering hands-on activations that invite you to explore, create, and connect. Lehigh Athletics will also be on-site with fun, interactive activities. Attendees can score exclusive Lehigh Lounge swag and enjoy a complimentary drink along with chips & salsa.
Stop by on August 9 to chat with COE faculty George DuPaul, Zilong Pan and Acting Dean Robin Hojnoski!