Model Railroad Clubs | Model Railroad Trains: Model Train Sets

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As of this post, our series on the lists of clubs for the train sets enthusiasts has reached a mid-point. As always, my intent for all of these posts is to identify the clubs for those who love to collect lionel trains as well as all of the numerous other types of train sets that can be found in their specific market. So with that let’s dive right back into the list of clubs:

Idaho

Eagle Rock Railroad Historical Society - They are dedicated to preserving the history of railroading in Southeast Idaho and the surrounding areas through the use of model railroading and historical displays.

Pocatello Model Railroad & Historical Society - Pocatello is a true railroad town, created by the Union Pacific (UPRR) on land acquired from the Bannock-Shoshone Indians a hundred and some odd years ago. The major East-West UP line between Omaha and Portland crosses the North-South route between Salt Lake City and southern Montana where connections are made to the Burlington Northern Santa Fe and Montana Rail Link.

Illinois

Illinois Tech Model Railroad - Founded in 1948, the club is located in the original Armour Institute Building, just east of the former Rock Island Railroad. To the north of this building are the buildings formerly occupied by the Association of American Railroads Chicago Research Center. Within view of the club to the east and west are rapid transit lines of both modern and traditional design.

Little "Q" Model Railroad Club - Little "Q" was founded in 1958. It is located in Aurora, Illinois, and has been sponsored by the Fox Valley Park District since 1963. Our current layout is the second one at this location. Construction was begun in 1974, although the design has been heavily modified over the years.

ChicagoLand Lionel Railroad Club - Come watch the trains run on our reconfigured modular layout. Interact with over 30 Lionel operating accessories using pushbutton operation.

Lake County Model Railroad Club - The Lake County Model Railroad Club exists for the benefit of and promotion of model railroading. The club was founded as an HO scale club and became operational in 1971. It has occupied its current site since then. The basic layout design for the approximately 360’ mainline has been in place since 1971.

Salt Creek Model Railroad Club - The Salt Creek Model Railroad Club is located at 2N 166 Prince Crossing Road, West Chicago IL. Website provides a map and contact info to find out more about the club.

Midwest 'N' Pioneer Model Railroad Club - Midwest N Pioneer has had a long history in the suburbs of Chicago, IL. From its inception in 1989 to the start at its new location in 2006, Midwest N Pioneer has strived to produce wonderful layouts for its members to use and for the public to view.

Indiana

Saint Joe Valley Model Railroad Club - The St Joe Valley Model Railroad Club's primary mission is to build and operate a steam-to-diesel transition era HO scale model railroad layout. At the same time, the club seeks to develop modeling skills, increase applicable knowledge within the membership, develop camaraderie among other members of the model railroading community, and promote the goodwill of the hobby within our community.

Columbus Area Railroad Club - The Columbus Area Railroad Club room is located on the grounds of the Johnson County Park and features operating model train layouts in N, HO, and G gauges.

Elkhart Model Railroad Club - Since 1950, the Elkhart Model Railroad Club has been a place for model railroad enthusiasts to gather and work on the layout and run their trains. Each member helps in maintaining and expanding the line.

K&I Model Railroad Club - The K&I (Kentucky and Indiana) Model Railroad Club is an award winning H.O. scale model railroad club based out of Louisville, Kentucky and Southern Indiana.