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

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Job Opportunities at SRI

Amy Jo Brown2026-10-20T15:05:24-04:00October 20, 2026|News|

Executive Director – Steam Railroading Institute (Owosso, Michigan) The Steam Railroading Institute (SRI) is seeking an inspiring, hands-on Executive Director to lead a volunteer centric nonprofit that operates a railroad artifact with nationwide visibility: Locomotive 1225. [...]

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 [...]

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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