A magical Washington train ride takes passengers through forested scenery, vintage railcars, and the kind of old-fashioned ...

Explore an Ohio rail site where massive machines, steam-era history, guided tours, and restoration work make the past feel ...

LUBBOCK, Texas — Throughout history, many up and working trains were once used everywhere around the nation. And members with ...

In the January 1949 issue, Popular Mechanics witnessed the end of the steam locomotive era as the American Locomotive Company, in its 100th year of operation (when combined with the history of its pre ...

'Big Boy' is making a rare multi-state trip to the East, starting in May. The steam engine is 133 feet long and weighs 1.2 million pounds.

When it comes to the Virginia & Truckee Railroad, those familiar likely are thanks to either the history books, or the ...

It’s a big year for Steamtown National Historic Site as the park prepares for major events expected to bring thousands to ...

The Big Boy locomotive is stopping at the Navy Yard to mark the nation's 250th anniversary during its first East Coast tour.

MACON, Ga. — A steam locomotive near downtown Macon is one step closer to being fixed up, but the county needs more money to fully restore it. Benny A Scott served as one of the first Black locomotive ...

Jim Duncan, a retired city planner, has written more than 600 short histories of Austin businesses. The American-Statesman introduced Duncan and his series, “Jim Duncan’s Austin,” on July 6. This week ...

The world's biggest steam train will pass through Springfield as it travels the US to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Here's where to see it ...

The legendary Chiggen steam engine returns to Fort Bragg earlier than ever before for the 2026 season of Days of Steam, ...