One way to participate with our group is on Facebook.
There’s no hobby like model railroading. From benchwork to finished layout, a model railroader gets the chance to be a carpenter, electrician, gandy dancer, civil planner, artist, historian, dispatcher, and engineer… sometimes all in one evening!
But no one can be an expert in all those areas and there are times when you need one-on-one advice, when you’d like to discuss a problem, when you’d like to learn a technique, or when you’d like the inspiration that only comes from seeing other layouts in the flesh.
That’s exactly why the Twin Cities Division (TCD) of the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) is in existence— to help model railroaders like you meet others in the hobby who share your same interests.
The Twin Cities Division holds monthly meeting. It’s a time when prototype and model railroad lovers alike get together with “others of their kind” for story swapping, fellowship, and informative presentations. You’ll find it’s the perfect place to meet people who share your railroad interests, to get answers to those tricky questions, and to find out what’s going on in the prototype and model railroad community.
No matter if you’re just getting started in the hobby or if you’re an old pro, chances are the Twin Cities Division has a member who knows the answer and is more than happy to share it.
Modeling Clinics & Prototype Presentations
Each monthly meeting usually features a “how-to” clinic on a modeling topic or presentation on a prototype or model railroading topic.
Other fun reasons to come
Most meetings feature a time to share your models – to discuss them and show them to the rest of the group. A monthly meeting typically has a theme – ranging from Structures to Locos, from scenery to boxcars.
In addition, NMRA Merit Award judging can take place at one meeting every year. Members participating in the NMRA’s “Master Model Railroader” Achievement Program – and other modelers curious to see how their work rates with qualified judges – are free to bring in models for judging.
Past issues of the Crossing Gate Newsletter
See the TLR Fusee for news on the Region and Divisions.
Frequently Asked Questions – Here
Another way to participate with our group is on Facebook.
Meet the TCD Board
President – Damian K.
Vice President – Greg D.
Secretary – Andrew W.
Treasurer – Kevin F.
Public Relations (Marketing) Director – Thomas G.
Director-At-Large – Ken B.
Event Masters
Layout Tours – Jay B.
Operator’s Retreat – John S.
Modeler’s Meet – Greg D.
Skills Day – Open (Tom Aug 22)
Holiday Party – Ken Z.