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August 4, 2026 in News

Legacy of the Van Sweringen Railroad Empire Lives On in Acquisition of Nickel Plate Business Car No. 1

Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society Acquires Historic Railroad Business Car No. 1, Launches Fundraiser for 1920s-Era Restoration NORTHEAST INDIANA — The Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society has announced the acquisition…
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July 29, 2026 in News

Vintage Passenger Car Arrives as Pleasant Lake Railyard Completes Second Phase

Arrival completes second phase of campus development and creates a new space for education and community events PLEASANT LAKE, Indiana. — A vintage passenger car built for military medical service…
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April 3, 2026 in Events

2026 Indiana Rail Experience Events Announced

In 2026, the Indiana Rail Experience returns with its most expansive and well-rounded calendar yet — introducing new excursions, new passenger cars, and a full season of train rides, special…
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April 2, 2026 in Events

Steam in the Valley Returns This June with Throttle Time

PENINSULA, OHIO— The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR), in partnership with the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, announces the return of Steam in the Valley this June, bringing one of…
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