NC Transportation Museum: Fireworks Over Historic Spencer Shops

Kick-off your Independence Day celebrations with the N.C. Transportation Museum on Saturday, June 29! Beginning at 5:30 p.m. enjoy an evening of family fun with our Fireworks Over Historic Spencer Shops! Activities include fireworks, food vendors, children’s craft area, balloon twister artist, bubble show, DJ music, inflatables, as well as corn hole and other lawn games. On display will be the Ride of Pride trucks from Daimler Trucks North America’s Cleveland, NC plant. Food vendors will be available on site. The spectacular firework show will begin at 9:15 p.m. The main fireworks viewing area will be in front of the Bob Julian Roundhouse. In the event of severe weather, fireworks show timing may be adjusted.

For a small fee, guests are invited to take a ride in a WWII era Dodge Weapons Carrier, as well as a ride on our turntable, the centerpiece of railroad operations at the largest remaining roundhouse in North America. All other activities are free. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.