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2026 Indiana Rail Experience Events Announced

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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 events, and immersive experiences that bring the sights, sounds, and stories of America’s railroad past into motion across a 100-mile railroad in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.

Since its inaugural season in 2022, the partnership between the Indiana Northeastern Railroad and the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society has welcomed more than 70,000 passengers to the Northeast Indiana region and generated over $5 million in economic impact.

Explore the season at a glance, along with the full 2026 calendar below.

EXPLORE THE SEASON

The season begins with the debut of the Hillsdale Traveler — a new, regularly scheduled diesel-powered excursion designed as a relaxed, repeatable way to experience the railroad. With multiple classes of service and several departures throughout the summer, the Traveler makes it easier than ever to climb aboard.

Family-friendly favorites return with the popular Ice Cream Train and the Picnic Train — two accessible, affordable rides designed for all ages. The Ice Cream Train delivers a classic summertime experience with Scoops Ice Cream, while the Picnic Train pairs casual coach seating with first-class accommodations, timed for sunset at magic hour. A special partnership with Acres Away Winery adds an elevated option for passengers 21 and over on select evening Picnic Trains.

Father’s Day Weekend expands in a big way with the return of the Tri-State Scenic Steam Excursion on Friday and Saturday between Edon, Ohio, and Hillsdale, Michigan, joined by the debut of the Fox Lake Limited on Sunday — introducing new trips between Pleasant Lake, Indiana, and Montgomery, Michigan.

Signature rides for guests 21 and over return as well, including the Wine & Whiskey Train on Memorial Day Weekend, a dedicated Cigar and Bourbon Experience on July 18, and additional Cigar Train departures throughout the season.

Hands-on opportunities to operate a real vintage locomotive are offered throughout the season. During Throttle Time, guests 18 years of age and older can step into the cab and learn to operate the historic Nickel Plate Road steam locomotive No. 765 or the classic Nickel Plate diesel locomotive No. 358.

Across the calendar, signature events return as part of the year’s America 250 celebrations, including the immersive World War II Weekend and a special September partnership with the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum.

The Indiana Railroad Camp, hosted in coordination with Camp Chief Little Turtle, invites young adults ages 13–17 to enjoy a two-day, hands-on experience in Pleasant Lake. Campers explore operations, rail safety, and both diesel and steam locomotives alongside experienced railroaders, including instructors from Amtrak and Norfolk Southern.

October favorites return in full color, with three days of the Fall Colors Steam Excursion and the Autumn Limited, scheduled just in time for peak color in Indiana and Michigan.

As the year turns toward winter, a familiar tradition enters a new era with the introduction of the Reindeer Run — a reimagining of the Fort Wayne Railroad’s 25-year legacy of short, memorable Christmas train rides designed for younger children, bringing the magic of the holidays to Edon, Ohio, as well as Ashley and South Milford, Indiana.

These shorter holiday rides are followed by the special Indiana Christmas Train, which offers a journey through history aboard a transportive holiday excursion featuring first-class amenities and even more time with Santa.

As the season comes full circle, the Hot Chocolate Festival and Wine & Winter Cozy return in early 2027 — one of our newest experiences and a warm and welcome start to the year!

Subscribe to our email list for announcements and early ticket access. Private cars, group rates, and train charters are available by contacting the ticket agent or clicking here to learn more.

From the first stirrings of steam in summer to the glow of winter lights at year’s end, 2026 invites you to whistle off with us in a year of patriotic celebration.

NEW ARRIVALS

“Your ticket to Low-Cost Luxury” – The New York Central

Joining the fleet this year is the stainless steel New York Central tavern-lounge observation car No. 48 — a streamlined veteran of the Pacemaker, the Chicago–New York service once marketed as “low-cost luxury.” The model of the car is featured in the advertisement above.

Built in 1949 and recently renovated by Great Scenic Railway Journeys and the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, the car now features table and lounge seating alongside a stainless steel kitchen. Decades after gliding through Northern Indiana on its original route, No. 48 returns to familiar territory on original New York Central trackage, placing a new generation of passengers inside that legacy. More details on 48 – and other new visitors will be available soon.

The 48 joins a train set of open-window cars, traditional coaches, a 1950s dining car, and a 1920s Pullman car — together forming a moving cross section of the Golden Age of American railroading. To tour this unique collection of passenger cars, click here.

The 2026 calendar also arrives as the Fort Wayne Railroad completes a series of major improvements to the historic Pleasant Lake station and grounds — making the site more accessible than ever thanks to support from the Indiana Destination Development Corporation and following a year of cosmetic restoration and foundation work on the 143-year-old structure.

A new 1,500-foot siding has also been constructed at the station, allowing for the storage, servicing, and maintenance of the growing passenger fleet — with more improvements still to come. To-date, over $400,000 has been invested in developing the railroad campus and restoring the historic depot.

The Fort Wayne Railroad has also partnered with the Fort Wayne TinCaps to introduce the PufferBellies — a new alternate identity that pays tribute to the region’s rich railroad heritage. The team will take the field in uniforms inspired by Nickel Plate Road No. 765 during Wednesday night home games from May through August of the 2026 season.

GET INVOLVED

Behind every mile traveled, and every whistle heard, is a team of people making it all possible: volunteers, members, and donors who give their time, talent, and resources to keep this railroad in motion. From restoring historic equipment and maintaining the fleet to welcoming passengers aboard and bringing each experience to life, thousands of hours go into every season of operation.

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of something bigger — to work with your hands, learn new skills, or help preserve a living piece of American history — there’s a place for you here. Whether you choose to volunteer your time or support the mission through a donation, your contribution directly fuels the restoration, operation, and growth of this railroad and the experiences it creates.

Step off the platform and onto the railroad by clicking here.

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2026 EXCURSION & EVENT SCHEDULE

For more information on each event, click the event name. All events, dates, details, and itineraries are subject to change.

Refresh this page for the most current information. For the latest updates and early access to tickets, subscribe to our email list. Fort Wayne Railroad members receive priority access to tickets and select discounts where applicable.

April

  • Saturday, April 25, 2026: Hillsdale Freedom Display (Diesel)

May

Ticket sales begin in April. Click here to be notified.

June

During June, Nickel Plate Road no. 765 is planned to operate during Steam in the Valley at the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad in Northeast Ohio on June 5th, 6th, 7th, and 12th, 13th, and 14th. Additional events are planned for the Indiana Rail Experience.

Ticket sales begin in April. Click here to be notified.

July

August

Ticket sales begin in April. Click here to be notified.

September

Ticket sales begin in June. Click here to be notified.

October

Ticket sales begin in July. Click here to be notified.

November

Ticket sales begin in August. Click here to be notified.

  • Thursday, November 19, 2026:  Cameron Christmas Train

  • Friday, November 20, 2026: Cameron Christmas Train

  • Saturday, November 21, 2026: Cameron Christmas Train (Steam)

  • Friday, November 27, 2026: Edon Reindeer Run (Diesel)

  • Saturday, November 28, 2026: Ashley Reindeer Run (Diesel)

  • Sunday, November 29, 2026: South Milford Reindeer Run (Diesel)

December

Ticket sales begin in August. Click here to be notified.

February 2027

Ticket sales begin in December. Click here to be notified.

ABOUT

Since 1972, the Fort Wayne Railroad has worked to restore and transform historic railroad equipment into operating attractions, including most notably Nickel Plate Road steam locomotive no. 765. For over 40 years, its dedicated volunteers have exhibited vintage rail attractions throughout the Midwest and Eastern United States.

In association with the Indiana Northeastern Railroad, the organization created the Indiana Rail Experience in 2022 and now routinely operates tourist trains between Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. With growing attendance numbers and an economic impact of over 5 million dollars, the 100-mile-long route was named Indiana’s Best New Experience in 2023.

Its operations are made possible entirely through volunteers and funded by ticket sales, memberships, donations, grants, and sponsorships. For more information, visit fortwaynerailroad.org.

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Apr 02
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Steam in the Valley Returns This June with Throttle Time

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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 the last operating mainline steam locomotives in North America back to the rails.

Operating June 5–7 and June 12–14, the event will feature the return of Nickel Plate Road No. 765 — a 404-ton, 14-wheeled steam locomotive built in 1944 by the Lima Locomotive Works — as it thunders through the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

More than a train ride, Steam in the Valley is a full-sensory experience — a rolling encounter with American industry, motion, and memory. Tickets and additional information are available at cvsr.org/steam.

“This is living history in motion,” said Larry Stevenson, President and CEO of CVSR. “As we look toward America’s 250th anniversary, experiences like this help people connect — not just to the past — but to the spirit that built the country in the first place.”

Originally designed for fast freight and heavy passenger service between Chicago and Buffalo, No. 765 is widely regarded for its power, efficiency, and unmistakable whistle. Retired in 1958 and restored to operation in 1979, the locomotive has since become a traveling ambassador for the steam era — captivating audiences across the country.

Passengers aboard this year’s excursions can choose from a variety of seating options, including traditional coach service, dome seating, and specialty cars. The Fort Wayne Railroad will also showcase its distinctive open-window cars — including historic circus cars once used by the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus — offering an immersive, open-air connection to the sights, sounds, and rhythm of the valley.

The railroad’s route follows a corridor shaped by more than a century of transportation history — where canal boats once moved goods before the arrival of the railroad in 1880, forever changing the region’s relationship with industry and travel.

THROTTLE TIME RETURNS TO THE VALLEY

Following the main excursion weekends, participants will have a rare opportunity to step into the cab during Throttle Time, scheduled for June 8.

This hands-on program allows guests to operate Nickel Plate Road No. 765 under the supervision of a professional crew over approximately six roundtrip miles.

Participants will receive guided instruction and operate the locomotive for approximately 30 minutes at speeds up to 15 MPH. Guests may also add time in the fireman’s seat.

All participants must be 18 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license, and be in good health and able-bodied. Tickets are available through the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society.

Mar 01
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TinCaps Partner with Fort Wayne Railroad for “Alternate Identity”

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Paying homage to the area’s rich railroad history, the Fort Wayne TinCaps announced this evening the team will be playing as the “PufferBellies” every Wednesday night game, May through August, during the 2026 season.

The name “PufferBellies” refers to the nickname given to steam-powered locomotives, which would “puff” steam into the air produced by the giant boilers located in the “belly” of the massive engines.

One of the most famous “PufferBellies” is the 765 engine, maintained and preserved by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historic Society.

“One of the things that excites us the most about the PufferBellies identity is being able to partner with the Fort Wayne Railroad Historic Society,” stated Michael Limmer, TinCaps Vice President of Marketing. “Their work to preserve the Nickel Plate Road’s 765 – a S-2 class 2-8-4 “Berkshire” type steam locomotive, is inspiring.”

The 765 engine, which is serviced and stored in the Fort Wayne Railroad Historic Society’s restoration facility in New Haven when not operating on excursions, stands 15 ft 8 in tall and is over 100 feet long. The massive feat of engineering weighs in at 800,000 pounds with a top speed of over 80 miles per hour!

The 765 was built 1944 just across the state line in Lima, Ohio by the Lima Locomotive Works. In 1963 the 765 was donated to the City of Fort Wayne and displayed at Lawton Park to commemorate the elevation of the railroad through downtown. The 1970s saw the formation of the Fort Wayne Railroad Historic Society, created in part to get the 765 back into working order, which they did, having it able to run excursion routes in the 80s and 90s. Officially retired in 1993, the 765 was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.

After more extensive work, the 765 was completely overhauled and returned to service in 2005, and has been going strong ever since – the admiration of young and old alike.

“Trains and baseball both have avid and dedicated fans,” said Fort Wayne Railroad Historic Society Executive Director, Kelly Lynch. “We know a train-based identity, like the PufferBellies, will be able to bring those fanbases together. We’re excited to partner with the TinCaps to educate fans at Parkview Field about this area’s rich railroad history.”

Fort Wayne has long been a center of industry – a centralized hub originally due to its location at the confluence of three rivers. However, as the country transitioned from canal transport to railroads, the area continued to be a throughway and artery for freight between major Midwest cities like Cleveland, Cincinnati, Detroit, and Chicago.

The most highly regarded railroad to run through Fort Wayne was the Nickel Plate Road, which originally spanned from Buffalo, New York to Chicago – connecting the East Coast with the heart of the Midwest. Mighty “stream” engines, the “PufferBellies”, serviced the line with giants like the 765 engine powering freight down the Nickel Plate Road. The railway would expand over its 83 years of service, eventually connecting Pittsburgh and St. Louis as well as other communities criss-crossing the Heartland.

Minor League Baseball is filled with train-themed identities, including the Hartford Yard Goats, Round Rock Express, and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, and Fort Wayne is no exception. The Fort Wayne Railroaders played in the Central League, fielding a team in 1901, 1903-1906, 1912, and 1914.

The PufferBellies primary logo features the iconic profile of a steam-powered engine, also includes the PufferBellies wordmark. The wordmark font is inspired by the same font and colors used by the Nickel Plate Road – gold lettering on a black background.

The interlocking “PB” hat logo draws its design from the interlocking “P” and “L” in Nickel Plate Road.

The ancillary marks are all symbols of the railway, with a friendly conductor, engine bell, and an engine number plate emblazoned with “260” in honor our community’s area code.

The PufferBellies logos were designed entirely by TinCaps Creative Director, Tony DesPlaines.

The Fort Wayne PufferBellies will also wear specially designed uniforms. The team’s jerseys will be black, gold, and teal, featuring the PufferBellies logo across on the chest. The back displays the players’ numbers in gold, while the sleeves include a teal-accented train track.

Similarly, the two-toned caps have a teal bill with a black outline and white forward front panel with the interlocking “PB” logo in the center. The uniform will be worn with black pants, belt and socks.

ABOUT THE FORT WAYNE RAILROAD

For more than 50 years, the Fort Wayne Railroad has created unique, memorable experiences celebrating the Golden Age of Railroading — a transformative era of American transportation, innovation, and connectivity spanning the 1930s through the 1950s. Founded in 1972, the nonprofit is best known for operating world-famous Nickel Plate Road steam locomotive No. 765 in public exhibitions and passenger excursions that routinely draw visitors from all 50 states and several countries.

ABOUT THE TINCAPS

Since Fort Wayne’s Minor League Baseball franchise was founded in 1993 (known as the Wizards through 2008), 235 players have gone on to play in Major League Baseball. Since opening in 2009, Parkview Field has been perennially ranked as the No. 1 ballpark experience in the minors by Baseball America and Stadium Journey. Over the years, the TinCaps have been awarded as Minor League Baseball’s Organization of the Year, and also received accolades for community service, hospitality, promotions, and more. In 2022, Team President Mike Nutter won Minor League Baseball’s Executive of the Year Award and was named the Journal Gazette’s Fort Wayne Citizen of the Year in 2024.

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Nov 30
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Preserving the Christmas Train Tradition

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Step into a rolling sleigh of holiday wonder as Santa Claus returns to Northeast Indiana, Southeastern Michigan, and Western Ohio aboard the Cameron Christmas Train. Arriving the week before Thanksgiving, this luminous little train carried more than gifts — it carried a century-old tradition of railroads reaching into their communities with generosity and joy.

Powered by Cameron Health — with support from Cardinal Glass, the Hillsdale Meijer store, South Milford Grain, and Hillsdale College — the train was operated through the combined efforts of the Indiana Northeastern Railroad, the Fort Wayne Railroad, and the Little River Railroad.

On Saturday, the spectacle grew even brighter as Little River’s beloved steam locomotive No. 110 took the lead as a live-steam gift wrapped in wonder. Over three evenings, Santa’s journey stretched from Edon to South Milford, from Pleasant Lake to Reading, and from Hillsdale to Coldwater. At each stop, families gathered along the tracks to watch the train arrive and as Santa and his helpers stepped down to hand out gifts.

The Cameron Christmas Train rolls in like a carol made of steel and light — kindness humming in its wheels, joy drifting from its stack, reminding every town along the line that wonder still keeps a timetable and Santa still arrives by rail.

For more information, visit: https://www.indianarailexperience.org/

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Nov 24
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2026 Shop Expansion, Year-End Matching Gift Opportunities for Projects Announced

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Expansion of New Haven restoration building will host the rebuilding of historic New York Central artifacts

NORTHEAST INDIANA — As the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society closes out its fourth season of the Indiana Rail Experience, the organization is announcing a major expansion of its New Haven restoration shop — the first addition to the facility in more than 30 years. The expansion comes as the nonprofit prepares for the arrival of New York Central steam locomotive No. 3001 and accelerates its growing slate of passenger car restorations.
Since launching operations on the Indiana Northeastern Railroad in 2022, the Indiana Rail Experience has welcomed over 70,000 passengers across 142 operating days, averaging approximately 500 guests per day. This rapid growth has driven the need for expanded facilities to support year-round railroad preservation, education, and excursion services.

In partnership with Toro Steel, the Fort Wayne Railroad will construct a 120 × 56-foot addition to its shop, nearly doubling its working footprint. A Special Projects Grant — made possible through the David Donoho Fund — includes a matching opportunity to help fund more than $300,000 in erection costs, including the structure itself, electric service, concrete, and additional track.

“This expansion couldn’t come at a better time,” said Kelly Lynch, Executive Director of the Fort Wayne Railroad. “No. 3001 and the same kind of passenger cars it once pulled will soon be brought back to life under one roof. Expanding our shop means expanding our impact – more riders, more memories, and more opportunities to pass on the skills that keep railroad history alive.”

The organization is also announcing two separate year-end matching funds:

The Fort Wayne Railroad continues to broaden its programming and capacity. Recent accomplishments include the exterior restoration of the Pleasant Lake depot, ongoing installation of more than 1,500 feet of track for passenger car storage and service, and restoration work on historic assets, including a 1950s refrigerated freight car, an Erie Lackawanna semaphore, and multiple passenger cars such as Silver Diner, Centlivre Park, and Lawton Park.

Volunteer recruitment remains a centerpiece of the organization’s mission, with more than 130 members participating in the most recent orientation. Upgraded volunteer lodging in a recently acquired sleeping car and expanded training opportunities aim to support the growing ranks of preservationists and excursion crew.

“Everything we do, from running excursions to restoring century-old machines, starts in the shop,” Lynch added. “This expansion ensures that the next era of the Fort Wayne Railroad is built on a strong, well-equipped foundation.”

Donations can be made at: fwrhs.org/donate

Checks may be mailed to: Fort Wayne Railroad, PO Box 11017, Fort Wayne, IN 46855. Our EIN number is 23-7255168.

Membership information: fortwaynerailroad.org/join

Check out our shop at work below!

ABOUT THE FORT WAYNE RAILROAD

For more than 50 years, the Fort Wayne Railroad has created unique, memorable experiences celebrating the Golden Age of Railroading — a transformative era of American transportation, innovation, and connectivity spanning the 1930s through the 1950s. Founded in 1972, the nonprofit is best known for operating world-famous Nickel Plate Road steam locomotive No. 765 in public exhibitions and passenger excursions that routinely draw visitors from all 50 states and several countries.

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Sep 03
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Rust and Renewal: Strategic Planning Open House for Elkhart Museum Announced for September 13th

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ELKHART, INDIANA – The National New York Central Railroad Museum, in partnership with the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, invites the public to an Open House on Saturday, September 13, to learn more about the future of Elkhart’s railroad museum collection.

Hosted at the museum’s campus, the event will highlight a new strategic partnership aimed at developing a long-term vision for the museum’s rolling stock collection and the collaborative restoration of New York Central steam locomotive No. 3001.

 For more information or to RSVP to the open house in person or attend remotely, please visit click here.

As part of this process, the museum is undertaking a careful review of its outdoor equipment collection and will begin implementing a formal deaccession policy — not to remove all equipment, but to responsibly identify items that no longer align with the museum’s mission or fall outside the scope of available resources due to deterioration. Items with limited interpretive value, duplication, or poor structural condition may be made available to qualified preservation entities through a public request and evaluation process.

“The goal is not to empty the yard, but to elevate the museum,” said Brent Holaway, Executive Director of the National New York Central Railroad Museum. “While rolling stock is important, our broader aim is to deliver a world-class museum experience. We’ve maintained a beautiful and educational facility indoors, but the reality is that we’ve simply not had the resources to properly care for the 20 or more pieces of railroad equipment outdoors.

Every piece that remains, or that can be transferred to another organization, should help tell the story of railroading more clearly, more beautifully, and more sustainably. We’re approaching this initial deaccession process in a careful and curated manner, and the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society has been an immense help in guiding that effort and ensuring we can chart a path for the New York Central to play an important role in the development of this neighborhood again,” stated Holaway.

The Open House will include:
• Strategic presentations from NNYCRM and FWRHS representatives
• A detailed overview of the deaccession framework and eligibility criteria
• Introduction of a formal request process for qualified museums and groups
• Updates on the restoration of New York Central steam locomotive No. 3001, part of the national American Locomotive Project

This initiative aligns with the broader community development vision for the Benham neighborhood, where the museum is located. As part of the University of Notre Dame’s 2023 Dean’s Charrette, the museum was identified as a catalytic space for neighborhood revitalization — transforming from a static collection of deteriorating artifacts into an engaging public space and destination for rail history.

ABOUT

NATIONAL NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD MUSEUM

Located in Elkhart, Indiana, the museum preserves the history and legacy of the New York Central System through interactive exhibits, restored equipment, and educational programming.


FORT WAYNE RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY 

An industry leader in heritage rail preservation, FWRHS operates historic steam excursions and is spearheading the restoration of New York Central No. 3001, which will become the only operational New York Central steam locomotive in existence.

Museum Rolling Stock Reference List. This record provides a general overview of rail equipment currently located on-site at the museum. It does not include passenger cars permanently attached to the museum structure or New York Central steam locomotive No. 3001 and auxiliary water tender. Please note: This list is not a deaccession list and should not be considered comprehensive. It is intended solely as a working reference to summarize existing artifacts and may be updated or revised at any time.

New York, New Haven & Hartford Grill-Dining Car No. 953 –
Built in 1949 by Pullman-Standard for the New Haven Railroad. Originally a grill-diner with seating for 48. Later used in work train service after mergers. Retains some visible Conrail and Penn Central markings.

South Shore Railroad Electric Commuter Car No. 15 –
Built by Pullman in 1926 for the Chicago South Shore & South Bend. Lengthened mid-life and remained in service into the 1970s. Roller-bearing equipped.

Milwaukee Road Refrigerated Boxcar No. 38794 –
A standard 40-foot reefer built for the Milwaukee Road. Used to transport perishable goods before modern mechanical refrigeration.

Indiana Harbor Belt Caboose No. 75 –
Originally a Santa Fe caboose, later repainted and numbered for Indiana Harbor Belt. Limited direct ties to the NYC system.

New York Central Transfer Caboose No. 18136 –
Converted from a boxcar and used for yard and transfer service. Distinctive in its appearance, but not an original caboose build.

Baltimore & Ohio Boxcar No. 288257 –
50-foot AAR two-door boxcar representing standard late-era freight equipment. One of two similar B&O boxcars on the property.

X26 Pennsylvania Railroad Wooden Boxcar –
Historic PRR boxcar of wood construction, in poor condition. Rare survivor of its type.

Pennsylvania Railroad Boxcar No. 499656 –
Wooden PRR boxcar with deteriorated structure. Not representative of NYC history but historically notable for the PRR.

Pennsylvania Railroad Baggage Car No. 45710 –
PRR baggage car with no direct NYC connection. Duplicated in purpose by other RPO/baggage cars on site.

Merchants Despatch / Flexi-Van Flatcars Nos. 725220 and 725023 –
Flatcars formerly used in containerized Flexi-Van service. Currently lack trailers and visual context.

Minneapolis Northfield & Southern Caboose No. 10 –
An MN&S caboose not associated with the NYC. Wood components and frame show deterioration.

New York Central 250-ton Crane X-13 and Idler Car No. 45205 –
Diesel-powered wreck crane built in 1946. Formerly based in Selkirk and used by Conrail. Roller bearing-equipped.

New York Central Single-Dome Tank Car No. 16039 –
Built in 1952 for liquid transport on the NYC. Single-dome car. Not roller-bearing equipped.

New York Central Hopper NNYX 902 –
3-bay covered hopper. Original service number is as of yet unknown. Roller-bearing equipped.

New York Central EMD E8 Diesel-Electric No. 4085 –
Built in 1953. Led the final eastbound 20th Century Limited. Acquired from New Jersey Transit in 1989.

New York Central Bay-Window Caboose No. 21084 –
Built in 1963. Century Green paint. Represents NYC’s later caboose designs.

New York Central 150-ton Crane X-28 –
Steam-powered wreck crane based in Croton-on-Hudson. Used for derailments and heavy lifting.

New York Central Standard Caboose No. 19211 –
Wood-sided caboose. Recently restored and used in static display as part of a train-watching platform.

Milwaukee Road Refrigerated Car No. 38662 –
Built in 1954. Wood-insulated reefer used with ice cooling. Similar in construction to 38794.

New York Central/Michigan Central Mail-Baggage Car No. 1016 –
Built in 1914. Originally included Railway Post Office space. Later used in work train service.

Pennsylvania Railroad GG1 No. 4882 Electric Locomotive –
Built in 1939. Ran under its own power until 1983. Famous for cab ride by King George VI. One of 16 surviving GG1s.

Baltimore & Ohio Boxcar No. 288121 –
Used as a billboard and marketing display. Positioned prominently over Benham Avenue.

Conrail N21A Caboose No. 21230 –
Built in 1978 by Fruit Growers Express. One of three N21A cabooses constructed.

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