Justin Franz Departs Railfan & Railroad for New Position
After six years with White River Productions, Associate Editor Justin Franz will be departing the staffs of Railfan & Railroad and Railroad Model Craftsman to accept a full-time position with the Center for Railroad Photography & Art.
Fort Wayne Group Acquires Historic Nickel Plate Business Car
The Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society has acquired Nickel Plate Road Business Car 1, a remarkably intact Pullman-built executive car.
Siskiyou Freight Finale
Troubled times for the former Southern Pacific route connecting Oregon and California as CORP suspends operations over Siskiyou Summit.
Southern’s Steam Legacy
Looking back at an ambitious steam excursion program launched by Southern Railway and carried on by Norfolk Southern.
Railfan & Railroad Announces 2026 Center Spread Contest
The Railfan & Railroad Center Spread Contest will provide a skilled and/or lucky photographer the opportunity to see his or her photo grace the center spread of the September 2026 issue.
Camera Bag: Sweeter With Time
Sometimes an image can get better with time, which is why it’s worth revisiting our past efforts, writes Scott Lothes.
Remembering David Plowden
Photographer David Plowden leaves behind a rich legacy of photography, and the important lesson to spend your life creating things you love.
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