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Then and Now Join us as we look at technology used long ago. Explore the world around us through play! Create, experiment, investigate and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new ... Read More

Watching Trains Go By There are so many types of trains and train cars! Can you tell the difference as you watch the trains go by? Explore the world around us through play! Create, experiment, ... Read More

The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History invites the community to a special centennial celebration of the iconic 1926 silent film The General, starring Buster Keaton and Marion Mack on June 6, 2026 from ... Read More

The Circus Train Grab some popcorn and celebrate Summer with us as we investigate the circus train. Explore the world around us through play! Create, experiment, investigate and learn together. Each week has a different ... Read More

Update: August 22 Stay & Play has been canceled Join us at the Southern Museum on the fourth Saturday of each month for engaging, family-friendly programming designed to inspire curiosity. Activities run from 9:30 AM–12:30 ... Read More

Celebrate Kennesaw’s Salute to America with an unforgettable 21+ evening at the Southern Museum’s Southern Spirits, Friday, July 3, 7 PM – 10 PM (Fireworks at 9:30 PM)! Enjoy a night of history, live music, ... Read More

Inviting all young train enthusiasts to join us for a weeklong exploration of the basics of railroading. The week will be filled with STEAM based learning and fun! This engaging program runs from July 7 ... Read More

Inviting all young train enthusiasts to join us for a weeklong exploration of the basics of railroading. The week will be filled with STEAM based learning and fun! This engaging program runs from July 7 ... Read More

Inviting all young train enthusiasts to join us for a weeklong exploration of the basics of railroading. The week will be filled with STEAM based learning and fun! This engaging program runs from July 7 ... Read More

Inviting all young train enthusiasts to join us for a weeklong exploration of the basics of railroading. The week will be filled with STEAM based learning and fun! This engaging program runs from July 7 ... Read More

Picnics and Parades Join us as we talk about ways we celebrate the USA. Explore the world around us through play! Create, experiment, investigate and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun ... Read More

The popular Railroad Rendezvous event will return to the Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History on Saturday, July 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.   A variety of activities celebrating the railroad ... Read More