Steamin’ Days at Auburn Heights

The best way to experience Auburn Heights is to attend a monthly Steamin’ Day! Climb…
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Location
Marshall Steam Museum at Auburn Heights Preserve
Date
Sun, August 3
Time
12:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Event Details

Date
Sunday, August 3
Time
12:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Upcoming Event Dates

  • Aug 03, 2025
  • Sep 07, 2025
  • Oct 05, 2025
  • Nov 02, 2025
Location

Marshall Steam Museum at Auburn Heights Preserve
3000 Creek Rd,
Yorklyn, DE 19736

Event Type

Event Website

Description

The best way to experience Auburn Heights is to attend a monthly Steamin’ Day! Climb into an antique automobile, board one of our 1/8-scale trains, and experience what travel was like at the turn of the 20th century. In partnership with Auburn Valley State Park, tour the magnificent 1897 mansion that was home to three generations of the Marshall family. You’ll find something for everyone, age 2 to 92!

Come out the first Sunday of every month, June through November, from 12:30 – 4:30 pm. Included with all admission options are:

  • Unlimited Rides: Take a spin in one of our antique autos and enjoy a ride on the Auburn Valley Railroad (1/8-scale coal-fired and diesel trains).
  • Popcorn Treats: Fresh-popped popcorn from our vintage popper.
  • Museum Access: Explore the world’s largest operating collection of Stanley steam cars, a working 1930s Standard gauge train layout, engaging exhibits, and the gift shop.
  • Kids’ Activities: Crafts and fun activities for the little ones inside the museum.
  • Firing Up Demonstration: Watch how we set a steam car in motion at 1:30 PM.

For an Additional Fee…

  • Tour the 1897 mansion, home to three generations of the Marshall family.
Delicious Bites
  • Free Popcorn: Enjoy complimentary popcorn from our vintage popper
  • Food Trucks:
    • Woodside Farm Creamery (cash only)
    • The Stand (cash preferred; cards accepted)
  • Feel free to bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy it on the grounds.

Please note: We never let a little drizzle dampen our spirits, all events are rain or shine. No pets except service dogs.

General admission: $15/adult (13 and up), $10/child (12 and under) and infants free. ACCESS Delaware card is also accepted. Mansion tour add-on: $8/adult (13 and up), $4/child (1-12) and infants free.

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