A resident of Westbury, NY, Valerie Varnuska possesses numerous interests, ranging from stargazing to watching operas. Valerie Varnuska also takes great interest in locomotives.

1. The Empire State Railway Museum
Pays Homage to Steam Locomotives
Valerie Varnuska

2. Introduction
• A resident of Westbury, NY, Valerie Varnuska possesses
numerous interests, ranging from stargazing to watching
operas. Valerie Varnuska also takes great interest in
locomotives.
In Phoenicia, New York, locomotive enthusiasts can visit
the Empire State Railway Museum. Situated in the
Catskill Mountains, the museum pays homage to the
Ulster & Delaware Railroad and its steam engines. It
houses historical photos and artifacts, as well as serves
as a restoration facility for three antique railway cars.
Museum representatives also host seminars and invite
visitors to partake in work sessions to gain a thorough
understanding of trains.

3. Empire State Railway Museum
• Among more recent additions to the museum
are the Catskill Mountain Live Steamers, which
give people the opportunity to experience travel
aboard a locomotive powered by live steam or
model diesel, and it operates alongside the
Esopus Scenic Train. Engine 23, a 1910 Alco 2-8-
0 consolidation-type steam locomotive, is
expected to join the fleet following its
restoration. The museum anticipates the route to
travel along the Ashokan Reservoir.