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Feature Fridays 2026

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National Museum of Transportation Announces “Feature Fridays” Series for May and June

Kirkwood, MO — The National Museum of Transportation invites visitors to take a deeper dive into history with its upcoming “Feature Fridays” series, held throughout May and June.

Each Friday at 11:00 a.m., Museum guests can gather at a designated artifact for an engaging, in-depth presentation highlighting its history, significance, and the stories behind it. From legendary locomotives to unique transportation artifacts, Feature Fridays offer a closer look at some of the Museum’s most fascinating pieces.

All Feature Friday programs are included with regular Museum admission.

Feature Fridays Schedule:

  • May 1 – Norfolk & Western #2156
  • May 8 – Delaware, Lackawanna & Western #952
  • May 15 – SS Admiral
  • May 22 – Alco MRS1
  • May 29 – The Aleutian Passenger Car
  • June 5 – B&O 50
  • June 12 – Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific E-2
  • June 19 – Burlington Silver Charger

Located at 2933 Barrett Station Road, Kirkwood, MO, the National Museum of Transportation has been recognized as one of the Top Five Open Air Museums in the nation for two consecutive years in the USA Today Readers’ Choice Poll.

For more information about the Museum and its programs, visit www.tnmot.org.

All-Porsche Car Show

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National Museum of Transportation to Host All-Porsche Car Show

Kirkwood, MO — The National Museum of Transportation invites car enthusiasts and the general public to attend a special All-Porsche Car Show on Sunday, April 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

Celebrating the timeless appeal of Porsche, the event will showcase a stunning lineup of vehicles known for their classic design, high performance, and engineering excellence. Visitors will have the opportunity to view these iconic automobiles up close and connect with fellow enthusiasts in a unique museum setting.

Whether you’re a longtime Porsche fan or simply appreciate exceptional automotive craftsmanship, this event offers a memorable experience for all ages.

The All-Porsche Car Show is included with regular Museum admission, making it an accessible and exciting addition to a visit.

Located at 2933 Barrett Station Road, Kirkwood, MO, the National Museum of Transportation has been recognized as one of the Top Five Outdoor Museums in the nation for two consecutive years in the USA Today Readers’ Choice Poll.

For more information about the Museum and upcoming events, visit www.tnmot.org.

Route 66 Centennial Trading Card Program

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National Museum of Transportation Joins Route 66 Centennial Trading Card Program

Kirkwood, MO — The National Museum of Transportation is proud to announce its participation in the Route 66 Trading Card Program, part of the nationwide celebration of the upcoming 100th Anniversary of Historic Route 66 in 2026.

Route 66 Trading Cards are collectible keepsakes that highlight iconic landmarks and destinations along the legendary highway stretching from Chicago to Santa Monica. Designed to encourage exploration and storytelling, the cards offer visitors a fun way to create memories, celebrate the road’s rich history, and support the communities that keep Route 66 vibrant.

The initiative is led by the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to revitalizing Route 66 as both a treasured national icon and an international destination. Proceeds from card sales directly support these efforts, as well as the small businesses, museums, and nonprofits that participate in the program.

The National Museum of Transportation is especially honored to be the only tourist attraction in the St. Louis area participating in the program. The Museum’s exclusive card features Bobby Darin’s “Dream Car,” a one-of-a-kind custom vehicle designed by Andrew Di Dia and donated to the Museum in 1970. The car remains one of the Museum’s most distinctive and popular artifacts.

Trading cards are available for purchase at the Museum for $1 each.

Located at 2933 Barrett Station Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122, the National Museum of Transportation is open daily through Labor Day, with fall hours beginning thereafter.

For more information about the Museum, visit www.tnmot.org.
For more information about the Route 66 Trading Card Program, visit www.route66tradingcards.com.

Speaker Series at TNMOT

All of our transportation friends and fans are warmly welcome to attend The National Museum of Transportation’s free Speaker Series. The events will be held in the Earl C. Lindburg Automobile Center, on the Don C. Musick III Mezzanine, starting promptly at 9 a.m. and lasting until 10 a.m., on the second Thursday of each month from June through November, 2026.

Reservations are free, but required, due to limited space availability. Member reservations begin on May 1, non-member on June 1, and can be made at tnmot.org. If you plan on attending, please register here. Email us at [email protected] for inquiries or if you need to cancel a reservation to free up a seat. Thanks!

Speakers and topics:

-June 11, Doug Schneider, Route 66: Celebrating the Centennial in 2026

-July 9, Jim Thole, The Neon Highway

-August 13, Cheryl Eichar Jett, Aprons Away: Women’s Work on Route 66

-September 10, Annie Blum, The Admiral and Its Historic Family

-October 8, Ken Velten, U.S. Airlines: From the Wright Brothers to World War II

-November 12, New St. Louis Lambert International Airport Executive Director, St. Louis Lambert International Airport

Authors C. E. Jett and A. Blum will have books available to sign and sell.

Speaker Series at TNMOT

All of our transportation friends and fans are warmly welcome to attend The National Museum of Transportation’s free Speaker Series. The events will be held in the Earl C. Lindburg Automobile Center, on the Don C. Musick III Mezzanine, starting promptly at 9 a.m. and lasting until 10 a.m., on the second Thursday of each month from June through November, 2026.

Reservations are free, but required, due to limited space availability. Member reservations begin on May 1, non-member on June 1, and can be made at tnmot.org. If you plan on attending, please register here. Email us at [email protected] for inquiries or if you need to cancel a reservation to free up a seat. Thanks!

Speakers and topics:

-June 11, Doug Schneider, Route 66: Celebrating the Centennial in 2026

-July 9, Jim Thole, The Neon Highway

-August 13, Cheryl Eichar Jett, Aprons Away: Women’s Work on Route 66

-September 10, Annie Blum, The Admiral and Its Historic Family

-October 8, Ken Velten, U.S. Airlines: From the Wright Brothers to World War II

-November 12, New St. Louis Lambert International Airport Executive Director, St. Louis Lambert International Airport

Authors C. E. Jett and A. Blum will have books available to sign and sell.

Speaker Series at TNMOT

All of our transportation friends and fans are warmly welcome to attend The National Museum of Transportation’s free Speaker Series. The events will be held in the Earl C. Lindburg Automobile Center, on the Don C. Musick III Mezzanine, starting promptly at 9 a.m. and lasting until 10 a.m., on the second Thursday of each month from June through November, 2026.

Reservations are free, but required, due to limited space availability. Member reservations begin on May 1, non-member on June 1, and can be made at tnmot.org. If you plan on attending, please register here. Email us at [email protected] for inquiries or if you need to cancel a reservation to free up a seat. Thanks!

Speakers and topics:

-June 11, Doug Schneider, Route 66: Celebrating the Centennial in 2026

-July 9, Jim Thole, The Neon Highway

-August 13, Cheryl Eichar Jett, Aprons Away: Women’s Work on Route 66

-September 10, Annie Blum, The Admiral and Its Historic Family

-October 8, Ken Velten, U.S. Airlines: From the Wright Brothers to World War II

-November 12, New St. Louis Lambert International Airport Executive Director, St. Louis Lambert International Airport

Authors C. E. Jett and A. Blum will have books available to sign and sell.

Speaker Series at TNMOT

All of our transportation friends and fans are warmly welcome to attend The National Museum of Transportation’s free Speaker Series. The events will be held in the Earl C. Lindburg Automobile Center, on the Don C. Musick III Mezzanine, starting promptly at 9 a.m. and lasting until 10 a.m., on the second Thursday of each month from June through November, 2026.

Reservations are free, but required, due to limited space availability. Member reservations begin on May 1, non-member on June 1, and can be made at tnmot.org. If you plan on attending, please register here. Email us at [email protected] for inquiries or if you need to cancel a reservation to free up a seat. Thanks!

Speakers and topics:

-June 11, Doug Schneider, Route 66: Celebrating the Centennial in 2026

-July 9, Jim Thole, The Neon Highway

-August 13, Cheryl Eichar Jett, Aprons Away: Women’s Work on Route 66

-September 10, Annie Blum, The Admiral and Its Historic Family

-October 8, Ken Velten, U.S. Airlines: From the Wright Brothers to World War II

-November 12, New St. Louis Lambert International Airport Executive Director, St. Louis Lambert International Airport

Authors C. E. Jett and A. Blum will have books available to sign and sell.

Speaker Series at TNMOT

All of our transportation friends and fans are warmly welcome to attend The National Museum of Transportation’s free Speaker Series. The events will be held in the Earl C. Lindburg Automobile Center, on the Don C. Musick III Mezzanine, starting promptly at 9 a.m. and lasting until 10 a.m., on the second Thursday of each month from June through November, 2026.

Reservations are free, but required, due to limited space availability. Member reservations begin on May 1, non-member on June 1, and can be made at tnmot.org. If you plan on attending, please register here. Email us at [email protected] for inquiries or if you need to cancel a reservation to free up a seat. Thanks!

Speakers and topics:

-June 11, Doug Schneider, Route 66: Celebrating the Centennial in 2026

-July 9, Jim Thole, The Neon Highway

-August 13, Cheryl Eichar Jett, Aprons Away: Women’s Work on Route 66

-September 10, Annie Blum, The Admiral and Its Historic Family

-October 8, Ken Velten, U.S. Airlines: From the Wright Brothers to World War II

-November 12, New St. Louis Lambert International Airport Executive Director, St. Louis Lambert International Airport

Authors C. E. Jett and A. Blum will have books available to sign and sell.

Speaker Series at TNMOT

All of our transportation friends and fans are warmly welcome to attend The National Museum of Transportation’s free Speaker Series. The events will be held in the Earl C. Lindburg Automobile Center, on the Don C. Musick III Mezzanine, starting promptly at 9 a.m. and lasting until 10 a.m., on the second Thursday of each month from June through November, 2026.

Reservations are free, but required, due to limited space availability. Member reservations begin on May 1, non-member on June 1, and can be made at tnmot.org. If you plan on attending, please register here. Email us at [email protected] for inquiries or if you need to cancel a reservation to free up a seat. Thanks!

Speakers and topics:

-June 11, Doug Schneider, Route 66: Celebrating the Centennial in 2026

-July 9, Jim Thole, The Neon Highway

-August 13, Cheryl Eichar Jett, Aprons Away: Women’s Work on Route 66

-September 10, Annie Blum, The Admiral and Its Historic Family

-October 8, Ken Velten, U.S. Airlines: From the Wright Brothers to World War II

-November 12, New St. Louis Lambert International Airport Executive Director, St. Louis Lambert International Airport

Authors C. E. Jett and A. Blum will have books available to sign and sell.