Louisiana Steam Train Association

Welcome to the Louisiana Steam Train Association! We are an all-volunteer nonprofit dedicated to preserving Louisiana’s railroad heritage, restoring historic equipment, and sharing the story of steam railroading with future generations. As we restore Southern Pacific No. 745 and build our new home in Garyville, we invite you to explore our history, follow our progress, and become part of the journey.

Rebuilding No. 745

Follow our progress as we return Southern Pacific No. 745 to steam, preserving a piece of Louisiana’s railroad heritage for future generations.

Join the Crew. Make History

Become part of LASTA’s volunteer team and help preserve historic railroad equipment, restore Southern Pacific No. 745, and build our future in Garyville.

Explore the Garyville Project

Discover how LASTA and the Garyville Timbermill Museum are working together to preserve Louisiana’s railroad and timber heritage while creating a new museum and heritage railroad destination.