Become a Member of the Ohio Railway Museum
Join us and help keep Ohio's railway heritage alive and rolling! Whether you're a lifelong rail fan, a family looking for a season of adventure, or someone eager to support our restoration work, there's a membership waiting for you.
Become a Member
More Than a Museum Pass
A membership is your ticket to a full season of railway history—and so much more! As a member, you enjoy free admission throughout our regular season, exclusive discounts, and early access to special events.
Best of all, your membership directly supports our all-volunteer team as we preserve, restore, and share Ohio's rich railway heritage for generations to come.
Membership Levels
Member $35
For individual adults who want to make the most of every visit.
- Free season admission (1 person)
- Museum newsletter
- 10% off gift shop purchases
- Members-only events
Family $100
Perfect for households who want to enjoy the museum together all season long!
- Free season admission (up to 2 adults and dependent children under 18)
- Museum newsletter
- 10% off gift shop purchases
- Members-only events
- 2 complimentary guest passes per season
Student $25
For full-time students with a valid student ID.
- Free season admission (1 person)
- Museum newsletter
- 10% off gift shop purchases
- Members-only events
Senior $25
For visitors 65 and older.
- Free season admission (1 person)
- Museum newsletter
- 10% off gift shop purchases
- Members-only events
Military $25
For active and retired military members.
- Free season admission (1 person)
- Museum newsletter
- 10% off gift shop purchases
- Members-only events
578 Member $578 Lifetime Membership
Our premier restoration-support tier, named in honor of Norfolk & Western No. 578, our historic E2a Pacific class steam locomotive. This is a one-time lifetime membership for those who want to go above and beyond in supporting the museum's preservation mission.
- Free admission for life (1 person)
- Museum newsletter
- 10% off gift shop purchases
- Members-only events
- 2 complimentary guest passes per season
- Early access to special event ticket purchases
- Complimentary drink per visit (redeemable at the depot)
- 1 complimentary U.S. Army No. 7178 cab ride per season (when operating)
- Exclusive 578 member merchandise
What All Members Enjoy
Every membership tier includes the following benefits throughout our regular season, which runs May through the end of September:
- Free season admission: Skip the gate price and enjoy the museum all season long.
- Museum newsletter: Stay up to date with the latest news, exhibits, and events.
- 10% off gift shop purchases: Take a little piece of railway history home with you.
- Members-only events: Get exclusive access to special programming throughout the year.
- Early access to special event tickets (578 Members): Be first in line for our most popular seasonal events!
Spotlight: The 578 Lifetime Membership
Named for one of our most treasured artifacts—Norfolk & Western No. 578, an E2a Pacific class steam locomotive—the 578 Membership is a special lifetime restoration-support tier designed for those who want to go the extra mile for Ohio's railway heritage.
For a one-time payment of $578, this lifetime membership makes a direct and meaningful contribution to our preservation and restoration work. In return, 578 Members receive our most premium set of perks, including a complimentary drink per visit, a cab ride on U.S. Army No. 7178, exclusive merchandise, and more.
If you're passionate about keeping this history alive, the 578 Lifetime Membership is the most impactful way to show it!
Become a 578 Member
Membership Comparison
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| Benefit |
Member |
Student |
Youth |
Senior / Military |
Family |
578 Member (Lifetime) |
| Price |
$35 |
$25 |
$25 |
$25 |
$100 |
$578 (one-time) |
| Membership Term |
1 year |
1 year |
1 year |
1 year |
1 year |
Lifetime |
| Free Admission |
1 person |
1 person |
1 person |
1 person |
2 adults + children |
1 person (for life) |
| Newsletter |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| 10% Gift Shop Discount |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Members-Only Events |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Guest Passes |
— |
— |
— |
— |
2 per season |
2 per season |
| Early Special Event Access |
— |
— |
— |
— |
— |
Yes |
| Complimentary Drink Per Visit |
— |
— |
— |
— |
— |
Yes |
| 7178 Cab Ride |
— |
— |
— |
— |
— |
1 per season |
| 578 Merchandise |
— |
— |
— |
— |
— |
Yes |
Member Information
Eligibility Notes
- Student membership requires a valid student ID at the time of purchase.
- Youth membership is available for children ages 3–12.
- Senior membership is available for visitors aged 65 and older.
- Military membership is available for active duty and retired military members with valid ID.
- Family membership covers up to 2 adults and their dependent children under the age of 18 residing in the same household.
Season & Special Events
- Membership benefits apply during the Ohio Railway Museum's regular season, which runs May through the end of September.
- Special events, such as our Easter, Halloween, and Christmas events, fall outside the regular season. Listed membership prices apply to general museum admission during the regularly scheduled season; special event pricing is listed separately on the website.
- 578 Members receive early access to special event ticket purchases as an exclusive perk.
Renewals & Purchases
- Annual memberships are valid for one full year from the date of purchase.
- The 578 Membership is a one-time lifetime membership—no renewal required.
- Returning members can renew at any time—we love having you back!
- For questions about memberships, please contact us.
Keep the Trains Rolling—Become a Member Today!
Your membership does more than get you through the gate. It helps fund the restoration work, infrastructure improvements, and community programming that keep the Ohio Railway Museum moving forward. Every dollar supports our all-volunteer team as we preserve Ohio's railway heritage for years to come.
Ready to join? Choose the membership tier that works best for you and become part of something truly special!
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