Wheels That Move The World returns March 14

Annual community event offers hands-on exploration of machinery and vehicles

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The City of Brownwood and the Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum are bringing back their annual Wheels That Move the World event on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The free, family-friendly event will feature a diverse lineup of heavy-duty vehicles, free mini train rides, a STEM-focused 'Gravity Grand Prix' racing activity, and an immersive 'Engine Room' experience inside the museum.

Why it matters

Wheels That Move the World is a signature community event that aims to educate and inspire the next generation about transportation, infrastructure, and the rich railroad history of Central Texas. By offering hands-on experiences with machinery and vehicles, the event sparks curiosity and learning around STEM topics.

The details

In addition to the outdoor vehicle displays, the event will debut 'Roundhouse Table Talks' - curated sessions featuring equipment experts and operators leading demonstrations and interactive discussions inside the museum gallery. The event will also include an artisan market, local food trucks, and free train rides sponsored by TNW Corporation and TXR Railway.

  • The Wheels That Move the World event will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The players

Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum

A department of the City of Brownwood dedicated to preserving the rich railroad history of Central Texas through interactive exhibits, historical rolling stock, and educational programming.

Mary Ann Cradduck

Museum and Visitor Center Coordinator of the Lehnis Railroad Museum.

TNW Corporation

A sponsor providing free mini train rides at the event.

TXR Railway

A sponsor providing free mini train rides at the event.

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What they’re saying

“We are so excited to kick off spring break with a high-energy day that gets families out of the house and into the driver's seat, literally!”

— Mary Ann Cradduck, Museum and Visitor Center Coordinator (koxe.com)

What’s next

The Wheels That Move the World event will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The takeaway

Wheels That Move the World is a unique community event that brings families together to explore the machinery and vehicles that power our infrastructure, agriculture, and public safety. By offering hands-on experiences and educational programming, the event sparks curiosity and learning around STEM topics for the next generation.