Announcements About 611. 12 years ago today, on May 30, 2014, the eyes of the railfanning world turned to the North Carolina Transportation Museum, as stakeholders announced the plan to return Norfolk & Western 611 to operation and run excursions. Fast forward to 2026, and the Virginia Museum of Transportation promises a big announcement on the same day (today) to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

Full resolution pics and prints:
https://www.riverrailphoto.com/nctm/e585523d7

If you would like to ride behind NW 611, it will be operating between June 12-21, 2026, out of Staunton, Virginia, more info:
https://www.virginiascenicrailway.com/rides/summer-of-steam/