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Burlington's Spectacular Steam Program -- book preview

Join Norman Carlson and Scott Lothes for a look at the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy’s mid-century steam excursions and a preview of the Center’s upcoming book, "Burlington’s Spectacular Steam Program," featuring the photography of John Gruber. For steam programs in the 1950s and 1960s, no railroad could compare to the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy. Lovingly known as the “Q,” the road operated an incredible number of steam-powered fan trips after the rise of diesel locomotives. From July 3, 1955, to July 17, 1966, the Q ran more than 260 steam-powered excursion trains! Among the numerous steam locomotives called upon to power the excursions, CB&Q’s Northern 4-8-4 5632 and Mikado 2-8-2 4960 became beloved celebrities. John Gruber, the Center’s principal founder and one of railroading’s great journalists, was there to capture the story on film. Carlson, railroad historian and CRP&A board member, and Lothes, CRP&A executive director, hosted the public Zoom program on October 7, 2024. The softcover book, scheduled for release in November, is authored by Carlson and Justin Franz, rail journalist and CRP&A board member, with design and image editing by Lothes. Pre-order at https://railphoto-art.org/burlington-...