The Museum Railway Association, which maintains the Jokioinen Museum Railway, started a fundraising campaign in the fall of 2023 to raise money to restore and keep the steam locomotive LWR 6, Helga, in running order. Helga, built in 1909, is the oldest Finnish-made locomotive in running order.
As a result of the long-term work of MP Timo Heinonen from Tavastia Proper, the State Finance Committee has today, December 11, granted 20,000 euros for the renovation of the steam locomotive "Helga". This is in addition to the 50,000 euros granted last year for the locomotive's new tubes, flues, valves and superheating units.
The Museum Railway Association is truly grateful for the grant it has received! With the help of the grant, the locomotive's boiler repair can begin this winter.
It is truly wonderful to see that the association's work as a preserver of Finnish cultural and industrial history is appreciated. The unpaid volunteer work of the museum railway staff and various grants make it possible for this unique entity to be preserved as a living museum.