Louisville and Nashville Railroad 152

The Louisville and Nashville Railroad 152 is a Pacific-type steam locomotive built in 1905 at the Rogers Locomotive Works in New Jersey. It now sits at the Kentucky Railway Museum undergoing extensive restoration work on its boiler and mechanical systems.

The locomotive was built in 1905 and carried President Theodore Roosevelt during his 1912 campaign route between Louisville and Cincinnati. An accident at Livingston in 1913 marked a turning point in its operational life.

Kentucky's state legislature officially designated this locomotive as the state's official symbol in 2000, honoring its role in regional history. The recognition reflects how deeply this engine is tied to the area's identity.

The museum displays this locomotive year-round in Kentucky, and visitors should plan time to examine the steam engine's intricate mechanical details. Restoration work is ongoing, so access to certain parts may vary depending on current repair phases.

This machine is the oldest surviving Pacific-type locomotive of its kind in the world, documented under construction number 6256. Its rarity makes it a valuable witness to early locomotive engineering for railroad enthusiasts.

Location: Kentucky

GPS coordinates: 37.65694,-85.59250

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:08