Build your own model truck like this one this Sunday at the New York Museum of Transportation. Photo provided by Jim Dierks
Visitors to the New York Museum of Transportation can build their own one-of-a-kind miniature truck on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The replica honors the 100th birthday of the museum’s 1926 International Stake body truck, and it’s large enough to allow a popular mini-figure to ride in the cab. Also, members of the local LEGO Users Group will be exhibiting their creations.
Kits of familiar snap-together pieces will be provided, complete with easy, step-by-step instructions. Professional assistance will be on hand to help. This collectible kit is exclusive to the museum and is not available anywhere else.
Build sessions are offered at 12:00 and 2:00 and are limited to 10 participants each. Open to ages 8 and older, and youths younger than 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Reservations are required at http://nymtmuseum.org/build_truck.php.
Price including the trolley kit, participant’s museum admission and trolley ride is $25. Regular admission prices apply for family members or friends who accompany the participants: $12 adults, $10 seniors 65+ and $6 youths aged 3 – 12.
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this event or display.
The New York Museum of Transportation is open Sundays only, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, late May through October and again at Christmas holiday time. Located at 6393 East River Road in Rush, the museum features exhibits of trolley cars, a steam locomotive, large model railroad and the Midtown Plaza Monorail. Two-mile round trip trolley rides are included with admission. For more information, visit www.nymtmuseum.org or call (585) 533-1113.
