Northern Central

ABOUT THE NORTHERN CENTRAL RAILWAY (From the website):

Our Co-Founders, Bill Simpson, and Reed Anderson had a great love of York County and trains. It’s told that after a meeting at the historic Yorktowne Hotel, Bill and Reed discussed the need for an attraction in York County that would bring visitors from near and far. With a love for the county and for trains – Bill and Reed went out to the community and raised over $2 million dollars to build steam engine No. 17, the hallmark of Steam Into History, a new excursion railroad.

In 2019 Steam Into History re-branded as Northern Central Railway of York to denote the inclusion of multiple forms of locomotion and emphasize the history of the rail line we use.

Since 2013, NCR has grown and strengthened. Train cars were donated/purchased to enhance our rolling stock, tracks were refurbished, and programming was expanded.

At right (or below) is restored Pennsy 7580.

The mission of the Northern Central Railway of York is to enhance the economic engine of York County by delivering entertaining, historical, and educational experiences on an excursion railroad. Our organizational goals are to provide rail-based, multi-generational entertainment experiences, educate riders regarding the United States and local history, inspire interest in rail history, and promote York County’s economic development through increased tourism.

Northern Central is more than just a nice trip across rural Pennsylvania. These folks are remarkable historians and preservationists and have built and rebuilt important locomotives. But there is MORE... These quys know how to make education and excursions fun!