(｡◕‿◕｡) Fun-filled Easter Bunny experience for the whole family! (｡◕‿◕｡)

• Board a vintage trolley train and ride to the Easter Bunny’s “secret burrow”, where the young—and young at heart—will have plenty of hidden eggs to find.
• Follow the eggs to find the Easter Bunny!
• Each child will receive a basket to collect the magical eggs.
• The experience takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

» Need to Know «

• Valid only on April 8 (Easter Sunday)
• Trains will board in the Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve (35W003 Route 31, South Elgin, IL), not at the museum itself.
• Departure times: 10 a.m., 11;30 a.m., 1 p.m.
• All children, regardless of age, must have a ticket
• See the terms and conditions

Fox River Trolley Museum

» A Bit of History «

Fox River Trolley Museum opened its doors to the public on July 4, 1966, as R.E.L.I.C. (Railway Equipment Leasing and Investment Co.) Trolley Museum. Its mission is to preserve the transportation heritage of Illinois’ Fox River Valley by operating historic electric transport vehicles on a demonstration electric railway over the Aurora, Elgin, and Fox River Electric route at South Elgin, Illinois. In addition, the museum showcases small artifacts, photos, and documents related to electric transport in and around the Chicago Metropolitan Area. Among the museum's attractions, visitors can see the 1924 car 304, which was one of the last cars built for the Fox River Line. Discover the full historic trolley collection here.

» Recognized by the Local Community «

Fox River Trolley Museum has been recognized by Chicago Parent as "fun for all ages". The museum is also mentioned by WTTW's Geoffrey Baer and recognized in The Examiner of South Elgin for its value for the local community. (｡◕‿◕｡)

» Special Events and Charters «

The museum also runs fun-filled educational events throughout the year, such as Ghost Story Train and Polar Express™️. The full list of reservation-only events and additional information can be found in the current calendar.

If you would like to enjoy exclusive access to one of the museum's trolley cars, private charters are also available, including a two-person crew (motorman and conductor) to take you anywhere along the museum's railroad that you’d like. See details here.

» What Happy Visitors Say «

Lisa: This place is so awesome. Anything you want to know about train from the early 1900 to 200 this is the place to come. The staff is very well knowledge and answer any questions you have. You even get to ride on the train and it is beautiful ride.

Julian: Fun for the whole family! Very informative about the rail systems back in the day. The volunteers working are very friendly and knowledgeable.

Izy: Fun experience with the family. We definitely enjoyed stepping back in time.

Peter: Loved the trolley museum! Our 3 year old thought it was the coolest thing ever. Really neat old trolleys and a very fair price for rides. Will definitely go again.

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