VIRGINIA MECHANICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY

Historic N&W 611 steam locomotive back on the rails for scenic journeys through Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley

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Built at the east end shops in Roanoke in 1950, N&W 611 is still beloved around the world in 2025.

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Historic N&W 611 steam locomotive to offer scenic journeys through Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley

Read full article: Historic N&W 611 steam locomotive to offer scenic journeys through Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley

The Virginia Scenic Railway has announced a partnership with the Virginia Museum of Transportation, the Steam Railroading Institute and the Virginia Mechanical Preservation Society to bring the legendary Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 steam locomotive back into service this fall!