It's time once again to celebrate as we review the accomplishments of 2025. Additions and corrections are welcome!
- Visitor Center planning and fundraising are now the focus of attention
- Acquisitions: four new diesels and a freight car
- BNSF 9400 (SD70MAC)
- BNSF 6976 (SDP40F)
- Amtrak 231 (F40PH)
- Metra 614 (F40C)
- ICG 767253 (covered hopper)
- New buildings completed: Barn 15, South Storage (bus barn), and Southwest Storage extension
- Improvements to the new Barn 4 extension
- New paving and sidewalks
- Hops Aboard -- an exciting new special event was a success
- Seats for CA&E St. Louis cars -- 460 got new upholstery and seats for 451 are at the shop
- CTA compressor AX 545 was acquired and is being restored
- Many other restorations in progress
- Many new volunteers contributed time and talent -- welcome aboard!
And as always, regular train operations and the usual special events went smoothly and safely, thanks to the expert guidance of the Operating Department and the careful attention of everyone.
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