National Historic Site

Steamtown National Historic Site

Steamtown National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Pennsylvania. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Pennsylvania National Historic Site No entrance fee

Updated Oct 28, 2026, 3:52 AM EDT · NPS Data API

large black train with number 6039 painted in white lettering, sitting on turntable track — 6039 on the turntable · Photo: NPS Photo (via nps.gov)

About the park

“Feel the heat from the firebox, smell hot steam and oil; hear the whistle and the "chuff-chuff" from the smokestack, feel the ground vibrate, and watch as one-ton drive rods turn steel wheels. Discover how steam railroading helped shaped our nation's history and culture.”

— National Park Service, nps.gov/stea

Active alerts

Closures

Campgrounds

Visitor centers

Current alerts and closures

The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online.

Things to do

cover of the railroad explorer activity book which shows illustration of train at station — Photo: NPS Photo

Become a Railroad Explorer

Did you know that before the transcontinental railroad, it took four to six months to cross the United States? This is just one of the many fun facts you can learn as you become a Railroad Explorer!

Year-round

Junior Ranger Program

photo of every Junior Ranger book Steamtown has to offer — Photo: NPS Photo: Flor Blum

Become a Steamtown Junior Ranger

Junior Rangers help to preserve Steamtown National Historic Site (and other National Parks) by: exploring the parks they visit, learning fun facts along the way, and taking an oath to protect the parks for future generations.

Year-round

Junior Ranger Program

Entryway of museum corridor with exhibit panels suspended from the ceiling — Photo: NPS Photo

Discover the History of Steam

Discover and uncover the history of steam railroading in the area; step back in time as you enter a recreated train station lobby complete with ticket windows; climb aboard a U.S. Mail Railway Post Office; or kick back in style upon the Erie Business Car #3.

15-45 Minutes Year-round

Museum Exhibits

See all 9 things to do in Steamtown →

Activities the NPS lists for Steamtown.

FoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHands-OnJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating hours

The park is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. During severe weather events, the hours of operation may be impacted.

Park Hours
Day	Hours
Monday	9:30AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday	9:30AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday	9:30AM - 5:00PM
Thursday	9:30AM - 5:00PM
Friday	9:30AM - 5:00PM
Saturday	9:30AM - 5:00PM
Sunday	9:30AM - 5:00PM

Weather: Warm and sometimes humid summers; cold and rainy or snowy winters. Wear seasonable clothing and good walking shoes.

Contact and directions

Phone: (570) 445-1898
Email: [email protected]
Address: 350 Cliff Street, Scranton, PA 18503
Coordinates: 41.4076, -75.6704· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor center	Standard hours	Phone	Passport stamp
Visitor Center and Park Store	Daily: 9:30AM - 5:00PM	570-445-1898	Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/stea/index.htm
Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.