LANSING – The famed Pere Marquette 1225 steam train that leads the North Pole Express excursions from Owosso to Ashley’s Country Christmas will not run again this year. The Steam Railroading Institute ...

After nearly two years of extensive mechanical restoration, the Pere Marquette 1225 steam locomotive is back in service for this year’s North Pole Express. Tickets for the 2023 season of the North ...

It's 7:30 a.m. and our Trains crew has arrived at the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad and Museum in Mineral, Washington for a steam engine cab ride. It's about a two-hour plus drive from Carnation, ...

Tickets for the 2025 North Pole Express train rides in Owosso, Michigan, went sale at noon June 24, 2025. Ticket prices range from $85 for coach to $6,500 for a private car. The Pere Marquette 1225 ...

The North Pole Express holiday train trips will use diesel locomotives instead of the historic Pere Marquette 1225 steam engine. An unforeseen mechanical issue with the steam locomotive was discovered ...

The historic steam locomotive Pere Marquette 1225, which was pulled from service two weeks ago, has been repaired and will lead the North Pole Express this weekend, the Steam Railroading Institute ...

When it comes to capturing a great photo, a rule of thumb is to get close to the subject. But not so close that the photographer's life is at risk. That's what happened to one photographer who was ...

OWOSSO, MI - An upcoming excursion will offer guests a chance to operate an authentic steam locomotive. Hands on the Throttle is a unique experience hosted by the Steam Railroading Institute in Owosso ...