Fort Smith Trolley Museum

I wasn't sure if this is open or not and what the deal is, but I arrived at a quiet time. One of the "conductors" gave me a nice tour of the museum and the repair shop which was pretty awesome to see one of the trolleys being restored. Yes, the place smells like cat pee but they have a lot of cats here and I think that's okay.And then the trolley came back to the station where I boarded, paid my "fare" and had a nice little ride around some of downtown Fort Smith. It's pretty cool and the trolley driver pointed out a few of the sites as he dinged the bell and crossed a few streets in a completely safe manner. This was pretty awesome and as a "big kid", I loved it!This was a fun time and I'm really pleased to have found this little spot.[Review 669 of 2024 - 339 in Arkansas - round number 21700 overall]

This is a free ride ( tips appreciated) and it was an absolute delight! The gentleman driving is so knowledgeable and friendly! He knew the train schedule so he was able to route your trip to get you back in time for the train! Great for kids and adults alike!

Went to the museum today for trolleys and it smelled like cat pee. Lots of cats inside. Very few items for the museum. Crap all over the conference table and a zoom meeting going on. The trolley ride it's self was very interesting and we enjoyed that. But definitely would not do the so called museum.

Took a delightful ride on the trolley for four dollars. Knowledgeable and wonderful conductor. He even allowed me into the barn where there were three cars, including one being restored. If you are into trolleys, or have a youngster who would love to ride on one, this is your place!

We had a great time on the trolley tour. The conductor was very informative and funny or as my wife said "he was precious"! It's good to see an old trolley still operating and we appreciate all the volunteers.

This place was so much fun for us. My kids had a blast riding on the old fashioned trolley and seeing the trains. The gift shop is small and if you have a cat allergy, beware. The owners have tons of cats everywhere. The owners are very nice and helpful! The price was very reasonable and the tour takes about an hour. There were so many interesting facts about the history of Ft. Smith given too!

Conductor Robert took time with our scouts, showing and allowing some hands on trolley operation. Added a photo of Robert showing the scouts a Trail of Tears monument that was a Troop 316 service project some years ago. Thanks to the Fort Smith Trolley Museum volunteers for keeping this part of history alive.

Day five of our road trip to San Diego, stop 2.Day five consisted of most of our sightseeing in Van Buren and Fort Smith. After lunch, Sarah wanted to go back and check out the Trolley Museum we saw from the road the day before.We parked in the nick of time, as the trolley was just getting ready to depart on its tour of its short tracks and Trolley owned grounds. The cost of the ride and tour: $2 for adults, $1 for kids... but we're all kids when riding trollies right?We were greeted by the conductor, who's one of over a hundred volunteers that maintain the trolley grounds, restore the trolleys and rail cars, operate the tours, and manage the museum.On the tour is an old trolley car that is to be converted into a soda fountain shop by a local Boy Scout troop, the National Cemetery (one of five in the country), the Fort, the Courthouse, Jail and Gallows, and finally the trolley grounds themselves. We learned a great deal of Fort Smith history: about the "Hanging Judge" Judge Parker, his tenure, the state of the National Cemetery, how some of the stimulus funds are finding their way to add rail to the trolley's route, and were pointed in the direction of the Fort Smith Visitor's Center, an old brothel.Loved the trolley, and a $2 well spent!Tip: ask them about holding your next party aboard one of the rail cars they have, as they've got a fully restored dining car that would be perfect for it.

Cats everywhere and smelled like cat urine inside where the displays are.An employee left the door open to a storage area near the displays and my 6 year old stepped barely inside the room and I was calling him back to me when an employee took it upon himself to try and tell my son to get out of the room, then proceeded to say that "Kids nowadays need to be put on a leash" and laughed.We still rode the trolley because the kids were excited.The conductor was the best part. He was kind and understanding with the kids and knew his history of the surrounding buildings. He is the only reason for the 1 stars, will not return.

The museum consists just of the trolley and the knowledgeable engineer. You have to work to find it, but it's totally worth it!If you don't see the trolley, call the number provided. You'll pay the engineer.Our engineer or guide was amazing, full of info on the National Cemetery right there and other local history.This is not a Disney-fied plastic experience. This is as real as it gets. Find the Trolley!