Electric City Trolley Museum, Transport museum in downtown Scranton, United States.
The Electric City Trolley Museum is a transport museum housed in a restored 19th-century mill building in downtown Scranton, located next to Steamtown National Historic Site. Inside, visitors find vintage trolleys, railway equipment, and interactive displays that explain how this equipment operated.
Scranton was a pioneer in electrifying streetcars, with the first successful electric trolley test happening in the city. This technology transformed public transportation across the entire region.
The trolleys on display show how people in this region traveled by public transportation long ago. These restored cars reveal the daily lives and travel habits of residents from a century past.
The museum offers trolley rides that depart from the main platform and take visitors through the surrounding area. Wear comfortable shoes, as the grounds are paved and walking between areas may be required.
The trolley rides pass through a long underground tunnel that creates a memorable experience as you travel through it. This tunnel is one of the longest interurban tunnels in North America and makes the ride feel special.
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