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Celebrating Live Steam Engines and Miniature Railroading Since 1957!

The Indiana Live Steamers is a non-for-Profit club located in the middle of Johnson County Park in Indiana. The membership is comprised of like-minded individuals interested in live steam engines, locomotives, tractors, and ride-on scale trains. The property boasts a unique 7-1/2 inch guage miniature railroad that winds through scenic areas of Johnson County Park and a new G guage layout near the club house.

The Public Schedule of Events showcases our days and special events that we are open to the public for rides on our trains.

Special Events such as Birthday Parties or Company outings can be arranged. Check the Birthday Trains page to find out how to book our trains and facilities!

Membership provides access to our Club House and the railroad year around. See our Member Section page for more details on membership elidgability, rules, special memeber events, and railroad information.

Visitors are always welcome!



Month of November Events

November 21st, 2026, 10 AM Membership Monthly Meeting - Joe's Shop   

Our next membership monthly meeting will be held at 10 am at Joe's Shop - McGinn Too , 1001 Yandees , Franklin, Indiana. Visitors are welcome. We will be discussing our plans for the next year.        Updates from our Officers, Grounds, Safety, Public Relations, Track, Education, Events, and our G Scale Track will be discussed. Members, please don't forget to join us!

Month of December Events

December 15th - Annual Christmas Holiday Gathering

We will be meeting at in the Park for our annual Christmas and Holiday gathering! Details forthcoming.



Need Directions to Find Us!

Click the link below for directions to the Indiana Live Steamers at the Mclain Station on Cabin Street.

Indiana Live Steamers at McClain Station


Have you been a member of the club in the past? If so, please rejoin our group as we are looking for experienced alumni to help us interpret our rich heritage as we continue into the next 75 years!

Check back often for updates!