NKPOHIO.org is a project of the Cincinnati Scenic Railway, with the goal of raising funds to help preserve AND operate NKP GP9 #532 and NKP Express Car #8504 for the enjoyment of future generations. Donations can be made online or by mail. Every amount, small or large, gets us closer to reaching our goal. All donations are tax deductible.
NKP Express Boxcar on display at the Chicago World’s Fair.
Collection of the NKPHTS Inc., used with permission.
NKP #8504 Fundraising Goals
Phase 1: $16,000 (November 1, 2025 Deadline)
Secures the purchase of the car. A non-refundable down payment has been put in place to hold the 8504 until 11/1/25
Phase 2: $14,000 (February 1, 2026 Deadline)
Phase 3: $30,000
Phase 4: $35,000
Total Goal: $95,000
NKP #532 Fundraising Goals
Phase 1: $20,000 (Completed)
Secures the purchase of the locomotive.
Phase 2: $14,000
Phase 3: $80,000
Phase 4: $40,000
Total Goal: $154,000
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Thank You to all our donors and friends who have made contributions and represented us during the The Nickel Plate Road Historical & Technical Society, Inc. convention last week at the Steamtown National Historic Site.
Since the launch of our fundraising campaign, we have received a combined total of over $7,000 in donations towards our efforts to preserve NKP 532 and NKP 8504!
Every little bit helps reach our goal of recreating history in Southwest Ohio.