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All Aboard for the  Railroad Hobby Show 2025!

January 25 and 26, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on Sunday

The show is located in the Better Living Center and the adjacent Young, Stroh and Mallary Buildings at:

The Eastern States Exposition Fairgrounds - Home of the Big E
1305 Memorial Avenue
West Springfield MA. 01089

More Info:    https://www.railroadhobbyshow.com/

Get ready to bring your model railroad to life by mastering the art of realistic rolling stock! Learn how to transform hopper cars, gondolas, and boxcars with weathering techniques like rust streaks, faded paint, and lifelike graffiti. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned modeler, these tips will make your trains look like they’ve just rolled off the mainline!

Here you can learn more about our custom run Lionel O Scale Legacy Central New Jersey Blue Comet 4-6-0 #168 with 6 Woodside Passenger Cars, available exclusively from our shop for preorder or layaway!

Continuing our blog series offering layout ideas and inspiration, we are spotlighting the Roanoke Valley Model Railroad Club!  The club has layouts in N Scale, HO Scale, O scale, and Tinplate, as well as smaller layouts that are interactive and portable. This club's layouts has been featured in multiple publications, including O Gauge Railroading Magazine.

Imagine the bustling streets of Mexico City, with its vibrant markets, historical landmarks, and dynamic culture. Now, picture this lively metropolis meticulously recreated in miniature, complete with intricately detailed trains, tiny figurines, and accurately scaled buildings. This is the passion project of Alfonso L. a dedicated model railroader who is bringing the spirit of Mexico City to life through his custom, scratch-built train layout.