New York Central Railroad Collection

An Express Locomotive
5308514 An Express Locomotive.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Express Locomotive on the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad. Dated 19th century)

The New York Central Railroad "Twentieth Century Limited"(colour litho)
5991560 The New York Central Railroad " Twentieth Century Limited" (colour litho) by Micklewright, G.P. (1893-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

20th Century Limited, New York Central Railroad train from New York to Chicago
6014727 20th Century Limited, New York Central Railroad train from New York to Chicago, travelling along the south shore of Lake Erie (colour litho) by English School

Chicago Worlds Fair, 1893: A Primitive Train exhibited by the New York Central Railroad (b / w photo)
6012750 Chicago Worlds Fair, 1893: A Primitive Train exhibited by the New York Central Railroad (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Express engines of the world (colour litho)
3622611 Express engines of the world (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Express engines of the world.); © Look and Learn

Buffalo Central Terminal, station on the New York Central Railroad, designed in Art Deco style by Fellheimer
6014782 Buffalo Central Terminal, station on the New York Central Railroad, designed in Art Deco style by Fellheimer and Wagner and opened in 1929 (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century)

Engraving depicting a Class 999 locomotive, 19th century
Engraving depicting a Class 999 locomotive

OIL LOCOMOTIVE, c1920. Locomotive used by the Times Oil Company. Photographed c1920
OIL TRANSPORTATION, c1920. A New York Central Railroad train carrying tanks of oil for the Times Oil Company. Photograph, c1920

RAILROAD WASHOUT, 1885. Men and women walking across a footbridge due to a washed-out bridge on the New York Central Railroad. Wood engraving, American, 1885

NEW YORK: LITTLE FALLS. Four New York Central Railroad trains passing through Little Falls, New York. Photograph by William Henry Jackson, c1890

NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD. The American Express companys express train on the New York Central Railroad. Lithograph, c1884

NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD. The Empire State Express on the New York Central Railroad passing through Washington Street in Syracuse, New York. Photograph, c1907

NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD. New York Central Railroad Depot at Syracuse, New York. Photograph, c1907

NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD. An electric locomotive on the New York Central Railroad. Photograph, c1905

VANDERBILT & FISK, c1870. Vanderbilt (left): Now then Jim - No Jockeying You Know! Fisk (right): Let Em Rip Commodore! But don t stop to water or you ll be beat

CORNELIUS VANDERBILT (1794-1877). American financier. The Statue Unveiled. Cartoon depicting Vanderbilt the Colossus of Rhodes

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Strikers marching down the New York Central Railroad track at West Albany, New York, during the Great Railroad Strike, 24 July 1877. Contemporary American wood engraving

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The New York Central Railroad, a historic transportation marvel, connected the bustling cities of New York and Chicago. One of its iconic trains was the "Twentieth Century Limited, " depicted in a vibrant color lithograph. This luxurious train whisked passengers across the country in style and comfort. Travelling along the picturesque south shore of Lake Erie, the 20th Century Limited offered breathtaking views to its fortunate passengers. Another captivating exhibit by the New York Central Railroad was showcased at the Chicago Worlds Fair in 1893 - a primitive train that highlighted their innovative spirit. Express engines from around the world were celebrated in another colorful lithograph, showcasing their power and efficiency. The Buffalo Central Terminal, an architectural masterpiece designed in Art Deco style by Fellheimer and Wagner, served as a grand station on this illustrious railroad line since its opening in 1929. An engraving depicting a Class 999 locomotive harks back to the glorious days of steam-powered travel during the 19th century. Meanwhile, an oil locomotive used by Times Oil Company captured attention with its modernity and innovation around c1920. However, not all moments were glamorous for this railroad giant. A photograph from 1885 shows men and women cautiously crossing a footbridge due to a washed-out rail track caused by nature's fury. In Little Falls, New York Central Railroad trains passed through regularly - four such trains are seen simultaneously traversing this charming town. The American Express company's express train also made use of this extensive railway network. One of their most famous services was undoubtedly The Empire State Express which raced along tracks with unparalleled speed on the New York Central Railroad route. And finally, we see an image capturing Syracuse's very own New York Central Railroad Depot - serving as both gateway and farewell point for countless travelers over time. The legacy of the New York Central Railroad lives on through these captivating images that showcase its grandeur while reminding us of the challenges and triumphs that shaped its history.