Phoenix Trolley Museum
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Dedicated to the preservation of original trolley cars, memorabilia, and public education about a time and place that would one day become the 5th largest city in America. In 1887, the first mule-drawn streetcar rolled on freshly laid rails down Washington Street. Service continued until a suspicious car barn fire in 1947 destroyed most of the streetcar fleet, forcing the city to shift to buses as
04/07/2026
It's day already!? Another year, a little more progress making our little museum better and better. Please help us reach our $500 goal today through the Arizona Gives portal at https://www.azgives.org/organization/PTM
03/19/2026
Car 512 out in service in front of St. Mary's Cathedral (now Basilica) in the 1940s. This car was one of seven destroyed in the great Car Barn Fire of 1947 that ultimately spelled the end of Phoenix's streetcar system.
For a 1-2 hour guided tour of the Kenilworth Streetcar Line and the downtown loop (including St. Mary's) by bicycle, sign up today for this Saturday's (3/21/26) Pedal Through the Past Bike Ride II - the Kenilworth Line. Space still available! (BYO Bike.)
03/07/2026
Thanks to all who came out for the annual meeting of the Phoenix Trolley Museum! The donuts are eaten and we are on track for another year.
03/01/2026
About two dozen visitors exploring historic Grand Avenue stopped by the museum today — including several from out of state. These three guests traveled all the way from South Carolina to see us!
While one board member kept things moving in the museum office, another led a tour of our three historic trolleys in the yard. Judging by the smiles and great conversation, everyone had a terrific visit.
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1117 Grand Avenue
Phoenix, AZ
85007
Opening Hours
| 11am - 3pm |
