American Freedom Train No. 250 Completes FRA Steam Test
Mar 16, 26 12:14 PM
One of the most anticipated steam locomotive restorations in modern preservation reached a major milestone this week as American Freedom Train 4-8-4 No. 250 successfully completed a federally observed…
CN Unveils Two America250 Locomotives
Mar 16, 26 12:12 PM
Canadian National (CN) announced today the launch of its America250 celebration, unveiling two specially painted locomotives that will operate across the railroad’s U.S. network in tribute to the upco…
CPKC Unveils KCS 1776 Honoring America’s 250th
Mar 16, 26 12:11 PM
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) today officially unveiled a striking new commemorative locomotive, KCS 1776, a specially painted Tier 4 ET44AC designed to celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary…
New York Central 4-8-2 #3001 To Be Restored
Mar 16, 26 12:07 PM
New York Central 4-8-2 No. 3001—an L-3a “Mohawk”—is the centerpiece of a major operational restoration effort being led by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society (FWRHS) and its American Locomotiv…
Amtrak San Joaquins Becomes Gold Runner
Mar 16, 26 12:04 PM
California’s busy state-supported rail link between the Bay Area and the Central Valley entered a new chapter in early November 2025, when the familiar Amtrak San Joaquins name was officially retired.
Northern Pacific 4-6-0 1356 Receives Cosmetic Restoration
Mar 16, 26 12:00 PM
A significant preservation effort is underway in Missoula, Montana, where volunteers and local preservationists have begun a cosmetic restoration of Northern Pacific Railway steam locomotive No. 1356.
Construction Continues On Railroad Museum Of Pennsylvania Roundhouse
Mar 16, 26 11:47 AM
Construction is underway on a long-anticipated roundhouse exhibit building at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania in Strasburg, a project designed to preserve several of the most historically signific…
Historic Izaak Walton Inn Listed For Sale
Mar 16, 26 11:44 AM
A landmark railfan destination in northwestern Montana—the Izaak Walton Inn—has reportedly been placed on the market following the recent announcement that the historic property would close.
Union Pacific Restores Rail Bridge Service in Lincoln
Mar 16, 26 10:51 AM
Union Pacific crews have successfully restored freight rail service across a key bridge in Lincoln, Nebraska, completing a rapid reconstruction effort in just a few weeks.
TVRM To Assist In Gas-Powered Locomotive’s Restoration
Mar 16, 26 10:24 AM
The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum has announced it is assisting in the eventual cosmetic restoration of a former gas powered locomotive used in the logging industry.
South Carolina Dinner Train Rides At Winnsboro
Mar 16, 26 10:16 AM
There is only location in the Palmetto State offering a true dinner train experience can be found at the South Carolina Railroad Museum. Learn more here.
Massachusetts Dinner Train Rides At Cape Cod
Mar 16, 26 09:55 AM
The Cape Cod Central Railroad (CCCR) has carved out a special niche by pairing classic New England scenery with old-school hospitality, including some of the best-known dining train experiences in the…
Rhode Island Dinner Train Rides In Portsmouth
Mar 16, 26 09:50 AM
Despite its small size, Rhode Island is home to one popular dinner train experience where guests can enjoy the breathtaking views of Aquidneck Island.
Maine Dinner Train Rides At Portland
Mar 16, 26 09:12 AM
While this isn’t generally a “dinner train” railroad in the traditional sense—no multi-course meal served en route—Maine Narrow Gauge does offer several popular ride experiences where food and drink a…
New Hampshire’s Murder Mystery Dinner Train Rides
Mar 16, 26 09:07 AM
The state’s murder mystery trains stand out as a captivating blend of theatrical drama, exquisite dining, and scenic rail travel.
New York’s Murder Mystery Dinner Train Rides
Mar 16, 26 09:06 AM
New York State, renowned for its vibrant cities and verdant countryside, offers a plethora of activities for locals and tourists alike, including murder mystery train rides!
Nevada Dinner Train Rides From Ely
Mar 15, 26 01:16 PM
If you’ve ever wished you could step through a time portal into the hard-working world of a 1900s short line the Nevada Northern Railway in Ely is about as close as it gets.
Michigan Dinner Train Rides In Owosso
Mar 15, 26 01:13 PM
The Steam Railroading Institute is best known as the home of Pere Marquette #1225 and even occasionally hosts a dinner train!
Kentucky Dinner Train Rides From Bardstown
Mar 15, 26 01:12 PM
The essence of My Old Kentucky Dinner Train is part restaurant, part scenic excursion, and part living piece of Kentucky rail history.
Arizona Dinner Train Rides In Williams
Mar 15, 26 01:10 PM
While the Grand Canyon Railway does not offer a true, onboard dinner train experience it does offer several upscale options and off-train dining.
Pennsylvania’s Murder Mystery Dinner Train Rides
Mar 15, 26 01:09 PM
Pennsylvania, steeped in history and industrial heritage, offers a prime setting for a unique blend of dining and drama: the murder mystery dinner train ride.
New Jersey’s Murder Mystery Dinner Train Rides
Mar 15, 26 01:07 PM
There are currently no murder mystery dinner trains available in New Jersey although until 2023 the Cape May Seashore Lines offered this event. Perhaps they will again soon!
American Orient Express: Tours, Cost, History
Mar 14, 26 07:35 PM
The American Orient Express was an ultra-luxurious private passenger train that operated from 1994 until 2008 in conjunction with Amtrak. It featured different routes for maximum scenic views; unfortu…
NS Faces Multiple Derailments Near Historic Horseshoe Curve
Mar 14, 26 07:33 PM
One of America’s most famous railroad landmarks, the legendary Horseshoe Curve west of Altoona, Pennsylvania, has recently been the site of multiple freight-train derailments involving Norfolk Souther…
Colorado Seeks Input On Proposed Front Range Passenger Train Name
Mar 14, 26 07:27 PM
Colorado officials are inviting the public to help name a proposed passenger train that could one day connect major cities along the state’s heavily traveled Interstate 25 corridor.
NS, Progress Rail Announce SD70ICC Modernization
Mar 14, 26 07:25 PM
Norfolk Southern Railway has announced a significant locomotive modernization initiative in partnership with Progress Rail Services Corporation that will rebuild 96 existing road locomotives into a ne…
Charlotte Approves $37.9M For “Red Line” To Lake Norman
Mar 14, 26 07:24 PM
The Charlotte City Council has approved $37.9 million in funding for the next phase of design work on the long-planned Red Line commuter rail project.
Reading & Northern Unveils Semiquincentennial 1776
Mar 14, 26 07:23 PM
In November 2025, the Reading, Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad (RBMN)—commonly known as the Reading & Northern—announced the debut of a striking patriotic locomotive commemorating the upcoming 250th…
Connecticut DOT Awards $20 Million In Railroad Grants
Mar 14, 26 07:21 PM
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced a new round of funding aimed at improving the safety, reliability, and capacity of the state’s freight rail network.
BNSF Breaks Ground on New Logistics Center
Mar 14, 26 07:18 PM
BNSF Railway has officially broken ground on a major new logistics facility in North Texas, marking the beginning of construction on the Logistics Center North Dallas.
Kansas Dinner Train Rides From Abilene
Mar 14, 26 09:59 AM
If you’re looking for a heritage railroad that feels authentically Kansas—equal parts prairie scenery, small-town history, and hands-on railroading—the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad delivers.
Georgia Dinner Train Rides At Nashville
Mar 14, 26 09:55 AM
If you’ve ever wished you could slow down, trade traffic for jointed rail, and let a small-town landscape roll by your window while a hot meal is served at your table, the Azalea Sprinter delivers tha…
Illinois Dinner Train Rides At The MRM
Mar 14, 26 09:50 AM
The Monticello Railway Museum (MRM) is one of those places that quietly does a lot: it preserves a sizable collection, maintains its own operating railroad, and—most importantly for visitors—puts hist…
Vermont Dinner Train Rides At Burlington
Mar 14, 26 09:47 AM
There is one location in Vermont hosting a dedicated dinner train experience at the Green Mountain Railroad.
Connecticut Dinner Train Rides At Essex
Mar 14, 26 09:44 AM
Connecticut’s rail heritage can be traced back to the industry’s earliest days and a few organizations preserve this rich history by offering train rides. The Essex Steam Train also hosts dinner-theme…
Minnesota Dinner Train Rides At Duluth
Mar 14, 26 09:41 AM
One of the best ways to feel the region’s history in motion today is aboard the North Shore Scenic Railroad (NSSR), which operates out of Duluth’s historic depot.
Tennessee’s Tea Tasting Train Rides
Mar 13, 26 11:42 PM
If you’re looking for a Chattanooga outing that feels equal parts special occasion and time-travel, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) has a surprisingly elegant answer: The Homefront Tea Roo…
Kentucky’s Tea Tasting Train Rides
Mar 13, 26 11:36 PM
A seasonal favorite of the My Old Kentucky Dinner Train is their “Princess Tea Party,” a whimsical excursion that blends the nostalgia of vintage rail travel with a magical, fairy-tale experience for…
Maryland Easter Train Rides
Mar 13, 26 10:54 PM
Maryland is where it all began with railroads as the state was home to the first common-carrier. Today, three different organizations host Easter-themed train rides.
Connecticut Easter Train Rides
Mar 13, 26 10:38 PM
While spring arrives late in New England, there are scenic train rides available each March or April that celebrate the Easter holiday.
Arizona Easter Train Rides
Mar 13, 26 10:32 PM
Surprisingly one location in Arizona plays host to a Easter-themed event for the entire family, the Verde Canyon Railroad.
Ohio BBQ Tasting Train Rides
Mar 13, 26 12:27 PM
Among the HVSR’s most popular special events is the “Starbrick BBQ Ribs and Wings Dinner Train,” a culinary-themed excursion that combines classic barbecue cuisine with a relaxing evening rail journey…
Maryland Dinner Train Rides At Walkersville
Mar 13, 26 11:47 AM
While WSRR runs a variety of seasonal and special trains, one of its most appealing “date night” offerings is the Valentine’s Dinner Train, a romantic two-hour ride built around classic railroad ambia…
Arkansas Dinner Train Rides On The A&M
Mar 13, 26 11:35 AM
If you want a railroad experience that feels equal parts “working short line” and “time machine,” the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad delivers in a way few modern operations can.
North Carolina Dinner Train Rides At Spencer
Mar 13, 26 10:01 AM
Tucked into the Piedmont town of Spencer, the North Carolina Transportation Museum is the kind of place that feels less like a typical museum and more like a living rail yard that never quite stopped…
Tennessee Dinner Train Rides At TVRM
Mar 13, 26 09:56 AM
Tucked into East Chattanooga, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is less a “museum you walk through” and more a railroad you step aboard.
New York Dinner Train Rides In The Adirondacks
Mar 13, 26 09:36 AM
Operating over a restored segment of the former New York Central’s Adirondack Division, the Adirondack Railroad has steadily rebuilt both track and public interest in passenger rail across the region.
Pennsylvania Dinner Train Rides At Boyertown
Mar 13, 26 09:33 AM
With beautifully restored vintage equipment, carefully curated menus, and theatrical storytelling woven into each trip, the Colebrookdale Railroad offers far more than a simple meal on rails.
Wisconsin BBQ Tasting Train Rides
Mar 12, 26 10:57 PM
The Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad will once again welcome passengers aboard its popular Spring BBQ Dinner Train in 2026.
California’s Beer Tasting Train Rides
Mar 12, 26 12:59 PM
While the Niles Canyon Railway is known for family-friendly weekend excursions and seasonal classics, one of its most popular grown-up offerings is Beer on the Rails.