In October 2012 we took delivery of former Alexander RR Co. Diesel Switcher No. 7. The switcher was built in November, 1950 by the American Locomotive Company (ALCO) of Schenectady, NY for the Pennsylvania RR where it became their number 8873. It operated on that road until retirement in 1979.
In December 2012 the Craggy Mountain Line held our first Jingle Bell Run trolley train ride. It was well received and a lot of fun. Moms and dads, boys and girls from all around came and rode the trolleys and saw Santa and Mrs. Claus. Hot chocolate and cookies were…
More track improvements at the CML with our great volunteers and some of the guys from the NCTM track department.
Phase 3 of our work on the Craggy Mountain Line.
Setting up the new switch. Not just your average track work!
These photos show some of our restoration work on the 582 caboose for the Craggy Mountain Line.
Gallery of photos.
Articles and photos on the history of Asheville’s rail lines.
