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 FW&D steam locomotive #304, Whicita Falls TX Posted by:  GA Cacher
N 33° 54.808 W 098° 29.361
14S E 547205 N 3752678
A Fort Worth and Denver Locomotive on display at the Wichita Falls Railroad Museum.
Waymark Code: WM3W7G
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/25/2008
Views: 46
Originally built as a coal burner, by the Brooks Works of the American Locomotive Company in July, 1906, it was converted to oil in July, 1929. It served as a freight locomotive, on the main line in its early years and then as a switcher and branch line locomotive, including the Wichita Valley until its retirement and donation to the Wichita Falls' Rotary Club on May 24, 1955. It was moved to the Museum, from its long-time display in Wichita Falls' Rotary Park on April 12, 1997, through the efforts of the citizens of Wichita Falls and the T. C. White Foundation. This is one of three FW&D stream locomotives still in existence, the other two are in Childress (#501) and Marshall, Texas (#410 painted and lettered as Texas & Pacific #400)
Photo Shoots can also be arranged by Oscar by *phone 940-723-2661 between 12:30 Noon and 3:30pm central time.
Locomotive Type: (required): Steam
If "other" what is the engine type? (optional):
Coal steam engine
Do you need to pay an entrance fee to view this locomotive? (required): No
If a fee is required what is the approximate cost for admittance? (optional):
ADMISSION CHARGES:
* There is no admission charge. We operate on donations.
* When open, The Museum is also available for childrens birthday parties; the charge is $75.00 with deposit. Phone Oscar 940-723-2661.
Note: Our Kitchen and tables in the Pullman Car and picnic tables outside are for your Birthday Parties.
* When Open, The Dining Car is available for Business Luncheons, Business meetings, catered meals, Holliday meals and Holliday events. The charge is $150.00 for 2 hours, with deposit.
How accessible is this locomotive display? (Required): Display is behind a fence, access is limited to viewing only.
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