Visitors -- from hardcore train enthusiasts to the mere railway-curious -- are expected to converge on Strasburg Rail Road in force this fall, when, after it receives its yearly inspection and ...

Since 2023, 22-year-old Nick Harding has been an active part of the engine crew for the Norfolk & Western J-class 4-8-4 No. 611. The work involves much more than just having smoke rise from the cowled ...

70 years ago, a single night changed the story of one of America’s most legendary steam locomotives. Now, the Virginia Museum of Transportation is hosting a special event to remember that moment.

More advance coverage Remembering a legend, anticipating its return: Members of the Norfolk & Western Historical Society share their favorite memories of the 611. 'Queen of Steam' speaks her mind in ...

Southwest Virginia rail fans hoping for an opportunity to ride in a passenger car pulled by the Norfolk & Western Class J 611 steam engine will have that chance this year, but they will have to travel ...

GOSHEN, Va. (WDBJ) - Friday is the day the Norfolk and Western Class J Number 611 steam engine begins its limited run excursion. The trip takes passengers from Goshen to Staunton under steam, over the ...

STAUNTON, Va. (WDBJ) - A partnership between the Virginia Scenic Railway, The Virginia Museum of Transportation, Inc., the Steam Railroading Institute and the Virginia Mechanical Preservation Society ...

(WFXR)- The iconic Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 steam locomotive will return to service this fall. According to the Virginia Scenic Railway, there will be five passenger excursions on five ...

(STAUNTON, VA) — The hills and hollows of the Shenandoah Valley will soon be hearing the “lonesome whistle blow” after long absence, thanks to Staunton’s Virginia Scenic Railway. For more than 70 ...

This documentary from the Blue Ridge PBS archives was taped on location in 1984. The star of the program is the Norfolk & Western 611 Class J Locomotive. Built in the Roanoke Shops, the 611 began ...

ROANOKE, Va. – 70 years ago, a single night changed the story of one of America’s most legendary steam locomotives. Now the Virginia Museum of Transportation is hosting a special event to remember ...