Railroading Heritage of Midwest America

06/04/2026

Union Pacific #3985 is on its way to seeing steam again for the first time in over a decade. With a major milestone achieved, the work is far from over.

Read all about our June 2026 Update at: https://rrhma.com/june-2026-update/

06/04/2026

RRHMA-Silvis's June 2026 Update has arrived!

Highlighting important accomplishments such as tube installation, blowdown valve installation, our brand new Nathan 4000 Injectors, and so much more. This is an update you are NOT going to want to miss!

Watch our update on YOUTUBE Today with @1829 Media!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YFOIvn3D0E

Read more in-depth on our NEWS page!
https://rrhma.com/june-2026-update/

Visit our website for a deeper dive into Union Pacific #3985!Link...

05/14/2026

Have you ever wondered what it takes to "fire" a steam locomotive? Our RRHMA Steam crew is here to show you the basics of oil-firing a large steam engine! Various appliances work together to create steam, and our restoration specialist, Aspen, takes a further look at the manifold that allows all of those parts to function together.

Let us know what else you want to see in the comments below!!

05/10/2026

A rare piece of railroad history is getting a second chance. Scott Dolanc, restoration specialist with Railroading Heritage of Midwest America, shares the story behind the iconic Metra F40C #611, where it came from, how it was acquired, and what’s next in its restoration journey.

From commuter rail legend to preservation project, this locomotive has an incredible future ahead. Don’t miss this inside look at bringing history back to life.

What memories do you have of the F40C? Drop them below.

https://youtu.be/p7d4jOQEZjI?si=qx1aFV4jIfGD07bn

05/10/2026

05/09/2026

Stay tuned for some exciting updates from RRHMA and 1829 Media!! 😉

05/03/2026

Meet Donnie Berg, DCC Chief, who’s pulling back the curtain on what REALLY goes into these incredible train setups. From the fine details you’d never notice to the teamwork that keeps everything on track, it’s a whole world most people overlook.
But here’s the truth—without the people, there is no show. No displays. No magic.

Take a minute to see the passion, precision, and dedication that fuels it all. You might never look at model trains the same way again.

Watch the full video and see what’s behind the rails.

04/30/2026

Meet Aspen Welker, a restoration specialist with the Railroading Heritage of Midwest America. Since joining in 2023, he’s been hands-on with the iconic 3985, putting in the time, skill, and passion it takes to preserve a piece of history.
From the shop floor to the rails, this is more than restoration… it’s dedication.

👇 Watch the full interview and tell us:
https://youtu.be/LoQoe7s3F-k?si=OaG3wKom--tI10EL

Would you want to see 3985 running again?
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04/27/2026

Scott Dolanc shares insight into the restoration process at Railroading Heritage of Midwest America, breaking down the work, precision, and dedication it takes to preserve historic railroad equipment. As a Restoration Specialist, his role plays a key part in keeping these machines and their stories alive for future generations.

04/24/2026

T- Minus 1 Hour to showtime… 📸