by Justin Young | Dec 20, 2025 | News, Northern Lines
2026 Annual Dues Notice As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to look ahead—and that includes renewing your Friends of the 261 membership. Before anything else, we want to extend a sincere thank-you. Your ongoing support has kept the 261 steaming forward and... by Justin Young | Dec 17, 2024 | News, Northern Lines
It’s been a bustling summer at the Friends of the 261’s Minneapolis shop! From building a new workbench and adding a small extension to the shop, to soundproofing improvements and tackling the ever-present question of “what does this do?” our dedicated crews... by Justin Young | Dec 17, 2024 | Northern Lines
2025 Annual Dues Notice As the year draws to a close, it’s time to renew your membership with Friends of the 261. But first, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude. Your generosity has powered our efforts over the years, keeping the iconic 261 in operation and... by Justin Young | Dec 21, 2023 | Northern Lines
Things may have seemed quiet over the summer for the Friends of the 261, but they have been quite far from that. Many things have been progressing in the shop of the 261. Friends contracted by MTM for A18 Back in 2021, MTM (Minnesota Transportation Museum) contracted... by Justin Young | Jul 26, 2020 | Northern Lines
Restoration, upgrades to Milwaukee Road E9 32A near completion Volunteers and employees of the Friends of the 261 are making great progress with the restoration and upgrading of Milwaukee Road E9 32A. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, crews have been practicing social... by Justin Young | Nov 15, 2019 | Northern Lines
North Pole Express on the ready track 2018 North Pole Express at Union Depot in St. Paul. The 2019 trips will operate Dec. 6-8 and Dec. 12-15. ©Steve Glischinski The 2019 North Pole Express is on the ready track to spread holiday cheer at Union Depot in St. Paul. The...