Scott Lindsay talks about N&W 611 during the restoration process. Steam engines use flexible stay bolts to keep themselves from breaking apart from expansion and contraction of the boiler. See more about the restoration of the 611 in the just released documentary 611: American Icon. Available now at shop.vmt.org Also please note that N&W 611 will be under steam @ N.C. Transportation Museum next weekend Aug 6th and 7th and will be traveling via Norfolk Southern Corp from Spencer, NC to Roanoke, N

This past weekend, more cosmetic restoration work was performed on the 1218. The rods on the front engine of the fireman’s side were sanded, primed, and then an aluminum paint finish was applied. A special thank you goes out to our crew for their hard work on the 1218! | Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611

A huge thank you to WFXR News’s Ron Marasco for his recent story highlighting the Norfolk & Western 1218’s designation as a National Historic Landmark! We’re grateful for the coverage and the opportunity to share this incredible milestone with the community. If you haven’t seen the 1218 in person or its sister , Norfolk & Western 611, now is the perfect time. Join us at the Virginia Museum of Transportation for the 75th Anniversary (sponsored by Norfolk Southern) of the iconic Class J No. 611, d