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NewsSara Adams2026-08-13T15:53:36-04:00

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Fall Calendar Update

Amy Jo Brown2026-08-13T15:50:35-04:00August 13, 2026|News|

We’re disappointed to share that we will not be able to operate fall color excursions in Virginia this year. Unfortunately, circumstances beyond SRI’s control have made it impossible to secure the necessary arrangements to move [...]

Steam Railroading Institute Appoints Founding Member Randy Paquette as Interim Executive Director

Amy Jo Brown2026-07-29T17:39:18-04:00July 29, 2026|News|

Steam Railroading Institute Appoints Founding Member Randy Paquette as Interim Executive Director OWOSSO, Mich. — The Steam Railroading Institute (SRI) has appointed Randy Paquette as Interim Executive Director, ushering in an exciting chapter for the [...]

PARTNERSHIP WILL BRING ICONIC N&W 611 STEAM LOCOMOTIVE BACK TO THE MAINLINE

Sara Adams2025-07-09T11:18:03-04:00July 9, 2025|News|

PARTNERSHIP WILL BRING ICONIC N&W 611 STEAM LOCOMOTIVE BACK TO THE MAINLINE‘Shenandoah Valley Limited’ To Offer Fall Foliage Passenger ExcursionsSTAUNTON, Va., July 9, 2025 — The Virginia Scenic Railway announced today that a joint [...]

Disclaimer

Due to our rolling stock being in original historical condition, our fleet of passenger cars is not ADA accessible, and fall under exemption from ADA regulations (Sec. 12142, Sec. 12148). We sometimes have a limited number of seats available for passengers with limited mobility, but passengers will still need to climb several stair steps. The Steam Railroading Institute reserves the right to change motive power or rolling stock at any time, including substituting diesel power for steam. Departure times are subject to delays due to freight traffic or mechanical issues. All firearms (Concealed or Open Carried) are prohibited on the property or on any locomotive, car, or equipment of the Steam Railroading Institute. Smoking on the train or in the SRI Welcome Center is also prohibited.

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