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 #8505 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 #8505 Fundraising Goals
Phase 1: $16,000 - COMPLETE - THANK YOU
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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We have successfully completed the purchase of NKP Express Box Car #8505!
Our next step will be to truck the car from it’s current location in Kansas to Cincinnati. We are now securing funds for the cosmetic restoration. Please continue to donate and spread the word. THANK YOU ALL!
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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 8505!
Every little bit helps reach our goal of recreating history in Southwest Ohio.