Steamtown 2-6-0 Acquired by New York Museum
Norwood & St. Lawrence 2-6-0 210 has been acquired by the St. Lawrence Power & Equipment Museum in Madrid, N.Y.
Wilmington & Western Joins Semiquincentennial Celebration
Wilmington & Western SW-1 1776 is perhaps the oldest diesel to wear an “America 250” livery.
Speedway to Sunshine: Florida East Coast
Predictable operations, diverse scenery, and sleek Brightline trains make today’s Florida East Coast a paradise for railfans.
Celebrating a Century of Metra Electric
Metra Electric, the former Illinois Central six-track main line serving Chicago’s South Side, marks a century under wire.
Railfan & Railroad Announces 2026 Center Spread Contest
The Railfan & Railroad Center Spread Contest will provide a skilled and/or lucky photographer the opportunity to see his or her photo grace the center spread of the September 2026 issue.
Camera Bag: All About Camera Bags
Organizing your gear and choosing the right camera bag goes a long way toward improving your trackside photography experience.
Does the Past Matter?
In the railroad world, the past is never far from reach, and its messages are there if we have the eyes to see them.


















