Tender Progress
Work on the new tender cistern and coal bunker continues at Oaks Welding & Line Boring in Ashland, PA. When finished, the new tank will be returned to Scranton for …
Safety Valves Arrive!
All three safety valves have been finished by the Strasburg Rail Road shop and delivered to Scranton. Each was purchased with donations specifically for these parts. Thank you to all …
New Cab in Scranton!
Visitors to Steamtown will be having double vision for Railfest 2018 weekend! #3713’s original cab is back along with the brand new replica that will adorn the restored locomotive. Visit …
Firebox Contract Awarded
Project3713 is pleased to inform our supporters that the Steamtown National Historic Site has contracted with the Strasburg Rail Road to build a new firebox for Boston & Maine #3713. …
Summer 2018 Newsletter Released
The new Project3713 newsletter is in the mail and live online. You can download a PDF version from this link: Summer 2018 Project 3713 Special Edition A tremendous amount of …
Reading & Northern Photo Freight (Past Events)
Note: This event has already been held. Oneida Clipper Photo Freight Saturday May 5, 2018 Depart Port Clinton, PA: Trip: Join us for a 96 mile roundtrip over some …
Private Donors and a New Grant Help Get 2018 Started Right
The restoration and operation of steam locomotives in our modern world is enabled by highly skilled professionals and fueled by funding from those who believe in the value of vintage …
Winter 2017-18 Newsletter Ready For Download
As 2017 comes to a close, it is time to reflect on the progress made over the course of the year. Looking back there is much to be proud of. …
Drivers Dropped for Restoration
Over the weekend of October 1, 2017 another milestone in the restoration of Boston & Maine #3713 was reached. All six drivers were removed from the locomotive for reconditioning. The …
Tender Prepped for Overhaul
#3713’s tender was moved off display this week and placed in the Steamtown shop where restoration work on this essential item will begin. A tender is essentially a water tank …