2017 Convention - Strasburg, PA

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Information for the 2017 NWHS Convention in Strasburg, PA is now on the 
NWHS web site at

http://www.nwhs.org/convention/2017strasburg/

Come see the only other operating N&W steam locomotive after 611.

Join us in Strasburg for a farewell visit with one of only two Class M 
locomotives remaining, and the only one under steam! The great Strasburg 
Railroad lovingly restored N&W Class M, No. 475 to operating condition 
some years back. The N&W 475 is going out of service for its federally 
mandated inspection after this season, and it may be some time before it 
returns to operation.

The Class Ms were famed in many roles on the N&W, originally mainline 
service, but as they were replaced by larger and larger power, the Ms 
came to serve what is unquestionably their best-known role that of 
branch line power. Most famously on the Abingdon Branch, the Class Ms 
was also used across the remainder of the N&W for local freight and 
branch service. Many, including 475 served almost to the end of steam. 
The 475 was decorated up as an earlier appearing locomotive for 
Roanoke’s 75th birthday celebration in 1957 and kept for historical 
display for several years.

In addition, there is no question of the Pennsylvania Railroad’s great 
influence on the N&W in the early part of the 20th Century. What better 
place to visit than the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania right across the 
street from Strasburg?

For those that have never been, Strasburg is a great tourist location, 
it is a true family vacation destination! Shopping, museums and great 
food make for a worthy trip for all. The best thing for members is the 
chance to socialize, renew old friendships and make new ones among the 
varied activities.