Two ladies chat in the lounge section of the sky top observation, Cedar Rapids, while the crew oil around on 261 in the background. Thanks to Pete Lerro for arranging this charter and to Nils Hux... (more)

Hiawatha moon. The crew takes a little break undr clear Minnesota skies to wait for an approaching train as the moon drops behind the massive Northern. Many thanks to the 261 crew for humor... (more)

In spite of the overcast, the light, cold rain on the jacket of #261 made her shine like a polished gemstone as she rolled through Glencoe during the Lerro Productions photo charter.

The pride of the Milwaukee Road, 1944. Lighting and setup provided by Lerro Production. Soot, noise, and the authentic smell of coal smoke provided by the Friends of the 261.

Milwaukee Road 261 is in the hole at Glencoe with a short freight train as the Olympian Hiawatha streaks past. Thanks to Lerro Productions for the setup and lighting.

Recreating the past aboard the Milwaukee Road Skytop "Cedar Rapids." Thanks to Lerro Productions for setting up this shot.

TC&W's 15th Anniversary passenger special unloads at the Glencoe depot.