UP ‘Big Boy’ to Visit East Coast
Union Pacific announced that 4-8-8-4 “Big Boy” 4014 would travel to Philadelphia to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Metra Donates F40C to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America
The last F40C locomotive on the Metra roster has been donated to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America in Silvis, Ill.
Conrail’s Boston Line
Conrail transformed the historic Boston & Albany route over the Berkshires into a vital link for New England traffic.
Countdown to ConRail: Part 3
The conclusion of the United States Railroad Association story, leading up to conveyance to Conrail on April 1, 1976.
Photo Line: A Preview of CRP&A’s Conversations 2026
The Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s annual conference visits Indianapolis from April 24 to 26, featuring yet another great lineup of railroad image makers.
Camera Bag: What Makes a Contest Winner?
A look back at some of the winners of Railfan & Railroad’s cover and center spread photography contests.
Conrail’s Legacy 50 Years Later
To breed success, Conrail was unsentimental, rationalizing the excesses of a romantic, yet often imprudent, past.



















