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Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation Announces Leadership Transition

The Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation (KSHC) is pleased to announce that Joseph Darby will assume the role of President, succeeding Chris Campbell, effective as of November 2024.


Joseph Darby has been an integral part of KSHC, serving as Vice President of Operations. In this capacity, he coordinated compliance efforts and addressed inquiries concerning nondiscrimination requirements.


Darby brings a wealth of experience from his tenure as a Mechanical Project Engineer at General Motors and holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.


Chris Campbell, who has led KSHC since its inception, has been instrumental in advancing the organization's mission to educate, entertain, and inspire through the operation of historic rail equipment. Under his leadership, KSHC has made significant strides in the restoration of the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Steam Locomotive 2716 and has fostered economic growth through heritage tourism.


"We are grateful for Chris's dedication and visionary leadership," said Darby. "I am honored to continue building upon the strong foundation he has established and to lead KSHC into its next chapter."


The Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation is a Kentucky-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to preserving and showcasing the rich history of rail transportation. Through the restoration and operation of historic rail equipment, KSHC serves as an educational tool, enhancing heritage tourism and stimulating economic growth.


For more information about KSHC's projects and upcoming events, please visit: www.kentuckysteam.org


Media Contact:

Drayton Blackgrove, Media Director Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation

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The Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation (KSHC) is a Kentucky based 501 c(3) non-profit organization operating with the intent to educate, entertain and inspire past, current and future generations by operating historic rail equipment. The hallmark of our efforts is the restoration of Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Steam Locomotive 2716 to operation. The restoration and operation of 2716 and other historic pieces will prove to be living history and will serve as an educational tool, enhancing heritage tourism and stimulating economic growth.
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