At The Throttle

A selection of reflections, research, and guest submissions - examining the history of the Nevada Northern Railway, the Ghost Train of Old Ely.

Where Do Our Visitors Come From?

We’re gearing up. Opening Day is a week away and there are hundreds if not thousands of tasks that need to be done in the next week. And our Opening

I’ve Been Working on the Railroad

When I was growing up, I use to sing the song I’ve Been Working on the Railroad. If you have a little gray on your head, you probably remember how it

Water, Sewer, and History

Hidden away in north central Nevada is a state treasure so rare and complete that it earned national recognition: the Nevada Northern Railway Museum. This “living museum” is officially listed

Perils of Progress at the Nevada Northern

by Natasha Bettis, Buildings and Grounds Manager As we accomplish more here at the Nevada Northern one thing becomes clear; we need more space. More space to work on locomotives

Shop Talk

by Marty Westland, Chief Mechanical Officer “But didn’t you just rebuild 40?” I’ve heard the question dozens of times when visitors see the locomotive in the shop for repairs. So

2007 Winter Photos

For the past eight years, the Nevada Northern Railway Museum has hosted a winter photo shoot that we call the Winter Steam Spectacular. Photographers from around the world come to

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