Vintage Locomotive Has New Home at Sloss Furnaces

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Sloss Furnaces produced iron and related products between 1882 and 1971 under various owners, and is the only publicly held industrial site in the world. Sloss was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1983, and is now a museum commemorating Birmingham’s industrial past, a center for culture hosting dozens of special events each year, and a source of major outreach programs including a nationally renowned metal arts facility.

Vintage Locomotive Has New Home at Sloss Furnaces

Thursday, 26 February 2009 16:42

1917 Vintage Steam Locomotive has new home at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark! This unique treasure has been on display at Birmingham's Fair Park since 1952. After more than 55 years, the locomotive will call Sloss Furnaces home.