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Central States
Steam Preservation Association

A Non-profit Organization Working to Preserve Steam in the Central States

2014

Year CSSPA was Founded

2

Steam Locomotives Preserved

50+

Network of Volunteers

100%

Record of Safe Trips

Preserving History is Our Priority:
Giving Steam Locomotives More Miles

The Central States Steam Preservation Association (CSSPA) is a non-profit organization established to assume the preservation, maintenance, and operation of two Chinese-built "QJ"-class steam locomotives, #6988 and #7081.

Steam locomotive #6988 pulling a tank car, tool car, and coaches.

Dedicated Maintenance and Safe Operation of Steam Locomotives

Antique fire truck parked in front of steam locomotive #6988.

Latest News & Updates

See the latest news, announcements of runs, and press releases from CSSPA.

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Steam locomotive #6988 sitting facing the sunset.

About CSSPA

Not familiar with the organization? Learn more about CSSPA and our history.

About Us
Man in a safety vest raking the ash pan of a steam locomotive.

Get Involved

If you have a passion for preserving steam, learn more about getting involved.

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Man and boy standing together next to a steam locomotive while the man points to part of the engine.

Make A Donation

Lack of funding is why many steam locomotives no longer operate. Help in our mission.

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Where We Operate

With our strong partnership with the Iowa Interstate Railroad, CSSPA mostly operates in Iowa and Illinois.

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Keeping Steam Alive in the Central States

Help us preserve steam locomotive history by donating to the cause. 100% of funds donated go to supporting the organization, including rebuilding, maintaining, housing, and operating these steam locomotives.

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