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Welcome to the American Steam Railroad Preservation Association, Inc. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational organization dedicated to preserving, displaying and operating historic railroad equipment. Our company follows the “living museum” principle, showcasing the history of American railroading through restoration and operation of our equipment, which we plan to accomplish at our facility in Eastern Ohio.

Please take a minute to read up on what we’ve been up to in our online newsletter, “Steam Lines,” located in the “About the Company” section of the website. Check out our online store to see the latest merchandise specials. Remember, all proceeds benefit our efforts to preserve and restore relics of railroading’s past.

Have a look at the “Special Events” page for our latest excursions and other upcoming events. And be sure to check out the “Around the Shop” area or “Equipment” links to see what project we’ve been working on lately. Our site is very much a work-in-progress, so any suggestions are welcome! Feel free to use the “Contact Us” link to let us know what you think.

We hope you’ll join us in our ongoing efforts to continue
“Preserving America’s Railway Heritage!”


Hear #1352's Whistle on Nickel Plate 765

The first item rebuilt was 1352's Whistle.  Partnering with the Ft.Wayne Railroad Historical Society we were able to get 1352's whistle once again to be heard after 50 years of silence.   Take listen below to this You Tube Video showing her sounding for a grade crossing on Nickel Plate 765.





 
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Current Restoration Project

A 1912 graduate of the American Locomotive Works, Frisco No. 1352 began life as a 2-8-0 Consolidation Type locomotive.  During WWII she was rebuilt as a 2-8-2 Mikado Type, and was renumbered to 1350 series. She is currently 1 of only 3 left of her class in the United States.  After being retired in the late 1950's she was sent to the scrap line, and awaited dismantling by the scrapper's torch.  Thankfully, that day never came.  1352 was donated to a park in Missouri.  Over the years, vandals and the elements took their toll.  In the mid-1990's, the locomotive was purchased and moved to Taylorville, Illinois in an effort to restore her, but plans eventually fell through.  1352 languished there in a cramped enginehouse for years, hidden away, until the American Steam Railroad stepped in.  By June of 2008 a deal had been struck with the current owner, ensuring 1352 would again see the light of day.  So this brings us to where you fit in; we need your help as we currently work on Phase I of the project: to move the locomotive to our restoration facility in eastern Ohio.  Phase II, of course, is to return the locomotive to full operating condition.  Please check out the Help Support ASR link to learn how you can make a one time donation or become a member by joining our organization.  All Aboard!

When you click on the link above ("1352 Rebuild") you’ll be taken to a download of the 1352 Rebuild Brochure. Our goal is after reading the brochure that you’ll understand who we are and why we have a passion for historic trains. I invite you to browse the site, and, if so moved, please donate to our cause. Remember, even in these difficult financial times, that for only the cost of two adult meals ($10.00) at a national fast food chain you can help keep this project moving toward the end goal of returning mainline steam to life. If you have any questions about the project, feel free to use the Contact Us link and we’ll get back to you shortly. Thank you for your interest in the American Steam Railroad.
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