The oldest continuously running suburban trolley line in the USA – A National Historic District
Become a Member
Join our vibrant community and help preserve the legacy of trolley transportation while enjoying exclusive perks and benefits. As a member of The Shore Line Trolley Museum, your support directly impacts the preservation, restoration, and educational outreach of America’s oldest continuously operating suburban trolley line. Membership is your ticket to special events, unlimited trolley rides, and a deeper connection with the history that helped shape our modern world.
Become a Member of The Shore Line Trolley Museum
Join our vibrant community and help preserve the legacy of trolley transportation while enjoying exclusive perks and benefits. As a member of The Shore Line Trolley Museum, your support directly impacts the preservation, restoration, and educational outreach of America’s oldest continuously operating suburban trolley line. Membership is your ticket to special events, unlimited trolley rides, and a deeper connection with the history that helped shape our world.
Why Become a Member?
Membership means becoming part of a community dedicated to safeguarding history and ensuring the continued operation of our historic trolleys. Whether you’re a transportation enthusiast, a local history lover, or a family looking for a fun and educational way to spend time together, membership offers a wide range of benefits. Present your ID and member card at the ticket window for benefits.
Member Benefits Include:
- Unlimited Trolley Rides: Enjoy free trolley rides during our regular summer season and most special events!
- Exclusive Event Access: Invitations to special members-only events and previews, including seasonal activities like Pumpkin Patch Rides and Santa Trolley.
- Discounts: Save on trolley charters, gift shop purchases, and entry to special museum events and programs.
- Newsletter Subscription: Receive our quarterly newsletter with updates on museum projects, new exhibits, and upcoming events.
- Free or Discounted Admission: Access to partner museums through the Association of Railway Museums membership program.
How Your Membership Helps
Your membership helps maintain our trolley fleet, care for the historic railway infrastructure, and expand educational programming for schools and visitors. As a non-profit organization, we rely on the generosity and involvement of people like you to keep history alive.
Join Today!
Ready to become part of the Shore Line Trolley Museum community? Signing up is easy— complete your membership online, or visit us in person. Together, we’ll preserve a piece of transportation history for future generations.
Membership Limitation and Notes
Membership will be evidenced by a membership card, issued by The Branford Electric Railway Association, Inc. Memberships are not transferable, benefits will be extended only to the individual named on the membership card. Identification may be required when exercising membership benefits.
The Board of Directors may change the rights and privileges at any time.
The Board of Directors may suspend or revoke the membership of any individual, if the activities or conduct of the individual, their family members, or their guests, are deemed detrimental to the interests of the Association.
All members 18 years of age and older, after their first full year of membership will automatically be upgraded to voting status with their membership renewal, which allows the member to vote on any and all matters brought before meetings of the full membership.
Membership applications for individuals 17 years old or younger must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Member Levels
Basic Membership – $50
Free member admission, 10% off museum store merchandise, 20% off private parties, 50% off admission to premium events
Senior Membership – $35
Basic membership benefits at a reduced rate for seniors 62 and over
Educators Membership – $35
Basic membership benefits at a reduced rate for students & educators (valid ID required)
Dual Membership – $80
Basic membership benefits PLUS 1 additional household membership
Family Membership – $100
Free admission for 2 adults & 3 children, 10% off museum store merchandise, 20% off private parties, 50% off admission to premium events
Preservationist Society Membership – $150
Dual membership benefits PLUS Free admission for member + 4 guests, 6 single use passes, 10% off museum store merchandise, 20% off private parties, 50% off admission to premium events
Guardian Society Membership – $500
Dual membership benefits PLUS Free admission for members + 6 guests, 10 single use passes, 1 free private party, 1 free guest operator session, annual reception, free admission to premium events
Visionaries Circle Membership – $750
Dual membership benefits PLUS Free admission for members + 6 guests, 15 single use passes, 1 free private party, 2 free guest operator sessions, annual reception, free admission to premium events
All membership levels also have the following benefits (upon reaching the age of 18):
Association voting rights
Ability to hold trustee or officer position
Qualification as a car operator (after passing training class/annual re-qualification)