Visitors Enjoy 410 and Combine at Folk Festival

Lowell, August 3, 2016 -- Over 1600 people enjoyed a free visit to B&M 0-6-0 No. 410 and combine no. 1244 at the Lowell Folk Festival, July 30 and 31. Visitors viewed an HO layout, had "tickets" stamped with an antique ticket dater, and browsed through a number of hardware, archives, and graphic exhibits, all of which illustrated various elements of B&M Railroad history. The new walkover seats recently donated by Vermont Rail System were tested by many.

Jim Nigzus, 410 Project Coordinator, said the event was "a wonderful opportunity for us to meet the general public and our main purpose during this event is to teach them about our Society and the Boston and Maine Railroad." Sales of merchandise at the event totaled just over $200. The combine will be open to visitors on Saturdays through August 27. Hours are 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. There is no charge for admission.