For us we are maintaining the past. Other people enjoy coming here to learn about the past, but also enjoy the beautiful ...
The 2-8-4 Berkshire-type steam locomotive helped open the advancement in Super Power steam technology through size, speed, ...
on a roughly 45-minute out-and-back trip that reverses at Sellwood Riverfront Park. On this day, in 50-degree weather, it ...
Discover how Pere Marquette 1225 inspired The Polar Express and now powers Michigan’s North Pole Express between Owosso and ...
The Pere Marquette 1225 suffered a wheel bearing issue and was pulled from service. With repairs made, it will pull the North ...
In 1994 an outdoor model railroad club formed in Durango named the San Juan Large Scalers. Many of the members retired to ...
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Gresley designed the A4 out of national pride and competitive fury. After riding Germany’s fast DR 877 diesel train, he resolved that Britain would not be beaten on the rails. By streamlining his ...
In 2004, the Pere Marquette became the “North Pole Express” as “The Polar Express” hit theaters across the country, following days of capturing sound and video of the train for the now-beloved ...
NEW FREEDOM, Pa. — After spending the last two years out of service, the William H. Simpson No. 17 steam locomotive has returned home to York County, Northern Central Railway of York announced. Built ...
Chevrolet's most iconic vehicles ever made include industry legends like the Corvette, Camaro, and Bel Air. The famous bowtie logo has been around for over a century, and Chevy's LS series of V8 ...
Genesee & Wyoming continues to add to its series of locomotives marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, with the latest unit also honoring railroading’s place in U.S. history. Arizona ...