Crew 152

05/23/2026

05/22/2026

🚂📸 Golden Hour + Steam Power = Magic 📸🚂

This past weekend, the Kentucky Railway Museum hosted a Photographer’s Freight Train featuring the mighty Jeddo Coal #85 — and wow, did our volunteers deliver something special.

From scouting locations to clearing brush to timing each run‑by with the setting sun, our volunteer crew put in hours of planning and hands‑on work to make sure every photo line had the perfect angle, the perfect light, and the perfect steam plume.

And when that sun dipped low and #85 charged through the scene… it all paid off. Pure railroading beauty.

A huge thank‑you to the photographers who joined us and to the volunteers who made the magic happen. Events like this don’t just come together — they’re built with passion, teamwork, and a whole lot of elbow grease.

Here’s to more unforgettable moments on the rails. 🚂✨ Thanks to our very own Charlie Buccola for catching these behind the scenes shots! If you attended this event, drop your photos in the comments...we'd love to see them!

📸 Charlie Buccola

05/17/2026

🚂🔥 STEAM FANS — SATURDAY IS YOUR DAY! 🔥🚂
Full Steam Ahead at the Kentucky Railway Museum is bringing steam power in every form this Saturday, and you won’t want to miss a moment of it.

Not only will you see guest steam locomotive Jeddo Coal #85 operating throughout the day…

🔥 We’ll also have a FULL‑SIZE steam tractor on display!
This massive machine is a rare chance to experience early industrial power up close.

But that’s not all —
🔥 Hit‑and‑miss engines will also be on site, adding even more vintage mechanical action to the lineup.

It’s a showcase of steam on the rails, steam on the road, and steam in miniature — all in one place.

🎟️ Tickets & details: https://kyrail.org/train-rides
Come experience the sights, sounds, and power of real steam — full steam ahead!

05/17/2026

We are FULL STEAM AHEAD today and tomorrow! Come ride with us! Tickets are available at https://kyrail.org/train-rides

Coach seating: $25 for adults and $20 for children
Caboose seating: $35 cupola and $30 lower level
All proceeds benefit the restoration of our very own L&N 152 historic steam locomotive.

Thanks to Reed Yadon with WHAS11 News for coming out and spending the morning with our staff and volunteers!

05/17/2026

A great first day for Full Steam Ahead: a fundraiser for L&N 152! Share your photos with Jeddo Coal #85 in comments!

Couldn't make it today...you have four more opportunities tomorrow to join us for a steam train ride. Coach and caboose seating is available at https://kyrail.org/train-rides

05/16/2026

Train rides are available tomorrow at 10:00 a.m., noon, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. www.kyrail.org

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

🚂💨 FULL STEAM AHEAD — FAQ EDITION! 💨🚂
Big weekend incoming at the Kentucky Railway Museum, and we know you’ve got questions — so we’ve got answers.

👉 Swipe through the photos to get answers to the most frequently asked questions about this weekend’s Full Steam Ahead event. Whether you’re planning your first visit or you’re a seasoned railfan, this guide will help you make the most of your trip.

🎟️ Still need tickets & details: https://kyrail.org/train-rides
See you this weekend — full steam ahead! 🚂🔥

05/13/2026

The Kentucky Railway Museum needs to raise about $400,000 to complete the restoration of Louisville & Nashville 4-6-2 152.