Join us for a Christmas tradition for families and passengers of all ages! The Polar Express™ is returning to Western Maryland for its 20th anniversary!🚂 Experience the magic of Christmas in Cumberland, MD! Get your tickets before they’re gone at wmsr.com/the-polar-expr…

Today we honor those men and women who have died in service of the United States. The WMSR is thankful for those who have and who are currently serving for our country, and we remember the true reason for celebrating and honoring Memorial Day. 🇺🇸 Photo by MPT Photography

Booking in a large group for The Polar Express™ Train Ride? Book now to ensure your group sits together for our magical Christmas experience! 🎄🎟️: wmsr.com/the-polar-expr…

The largest operational Mallet locomotive in the U.S. can be found at Western Maryland Scenic Railroad; 2-6-6-2 #1309. The WMSR does a fine job preserving the history of the Western Maryland Railway while also offering dinner trains, many special events, and holiday trips. The organization also

We’re in the home stretch of the restoration of our recently donated lounge car, the Good Vibrations! As interior work continues, the car has been moved indoors to prep for paint! We’re so excited to add this car to the fleet this summer, fall, and Polar Express™️ season!

History has a funny way of repeating itself… 1990s and now again in 2025, let’s do it again.

Through our upcoming partnership, you will have the opportunity to experience a range of exceptional dining options and luxury passenger cars aboard one of our signature event trains. See this railcar and others like it in Cumberland in 2025.

A project that began in late fall at D&G Machine Products near Portland, Maine, where new pistons, piston rods, bull rings and piston rings were meticulously crafted to completion. These components are set to begin reassembly, a big step in returning 1309 to the high iron.

We’re giving you the opportunity to make your Valentine’s Day special with TWO trips on February 14th! ❤️ 5:30PM - We’re going to Frostburg to see the Maryland Symphony Orchestra! 7:00PM - A romantic night of suspense, with fresh food and full-bar service! Book now!

Steam engine no. 1309 graces the cover of Trains Magazine February 2025 issue. Make sure to pick up your copy today More steam news to follow soon. Make sure to join our mailing list at WMSR.com to stay up to date on future announcements! Photo by Trains Magazine

We’ve got a big announcement coming this Saturday, February 1st. wmsr.givingfuel.com/western-maryla… Our trains move mountains ⛰️🚂

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Do you hear the thunder? An old friend is looking to make her return to the rails… MountainThunder734.org

We're just $1,400 away from reaching our $10,000 donation goal—thanks to the generous dollar match program from GSRJ! Join us in making history! Every dollar counts. Make your donation today and discover more about Mountain Thunder, No. 734, at MountainThunder734.org

We’re beyond thrilled to announce that we’ve been nominated once again, for USA TODAY 10Best "Scenic Train Ride"! Let’s make it official— vote for us and help us bring home the title! Fans and supporters can vote once per day! VOTE HERE: api.10best.com/awards/travel/…

Fireball Photo Experience dropped before GTA 6… Come see us on June 28th, for an all day event including a Lunch Class ticket behind 1309! wmsr.com/fireball-photo…

Memorial Day. Steam Power. $13.09 tickets. See you there: wmsr.com/frostburg-flyer

Congratulations to two Mountain Maryland partners for recently being announced as USA Today 10Best winners. 🚂Best Scenic Train Ride - Western Maryland Scenic Railroad 🎶Best Outdoor Concert Series - Levitt Foundation Levitt Amp Cumberland Music Series by AlleganyArts Council

Dome Class seating is available year-round! Reserve your 4-top or 8-top table in the Mountain Vista Dome Car behind steam locomotive 1309 today. WMSR.com

Another day, another list—this time, The 12 Best Fall Foliage Train Rides in the U.S. to Book This Year! Congratulations to Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. It’s an absolute must this season—and don’t just take our word for it, the whole world is talking about it too! 🌎✨ usatoday.com/story/travel/e…