Oregon Rail Heritage Center
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The Oregon Rail Heritage Center opened in 2012. It is dedicated to preserving and promoting the state's railroad history. It houses a number of rolling stock including its famous three locomotives: the Southern Pacific 4449, which was built in 1941; the Spokane, Portland & Seattle 200; and the Oregon Railway & Navigation 197. The 4449 and 700 have been restored and are operable (197 is being restored). The 4449 and 700 are the only two steam locomotives owned by an American city and two of the six largest steam engines remaining in the world. The three locomotives were donated to the city in 1958. Other rolling stock include switcher and other locomotives, a caboose, and train and passenger cars. During the holiday season, visitors can ride on the Holiday Express Train.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oregon_Rail_Heritage_Center