Bresnahan Confirms Trolley Museum to Remain Open During Shutdown

October 2, 2025 Press Release SCRANTON, PA: Today, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) announced the Electric City Trolley Museum, a volunteer non-profit museum located on federal property, will remain open despite the government shutdown. The Trolley Museum shares its location and road entrance with the Steamtown National Historic Site, which is operated by the National Parks Service (NPS) and closed during the government shutdown. “The Trolley Museum, a volunteer-operated museum, was in jeopardy of being shuttered because it sits on federal property,” said Rep. Bresnahan. “The Trolley Museum in Scranton is an excellent attraction, showcasing the spirit of innovation that still drives our region today. After being notified of the situation, my office was in communication with Steamtown and NPS officials to resolve this matter, and I would like to thank them for keeping my office updated throughout the process. Our team will continue to work through the Schumer shutdown to assist Northeastern Pennsylvania however we can.” The federal government shutdown, which began on Wednesday, October 1, resulted in the partial closure of NPS sites, including the closure of Steamtown. ###