A common mistake in compact model train layouts is forgetting about vertical space. Adding elevated tracks, bridges, and tunnels can create the illusion of depth and make your layout more engaging.

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While scenery can be a major part of a model train layout, adding too much detail in a small space can create clutter. Instead, go for a minimalist approach that captures the essence of a scene ...

Railroad displays at Christmastime evoke an American era in which trains brought relatives, holiday gifts and childhood ...

‘I can save this for the Christmas layout.’ It’s like your Christmas tree when you add new ornaments. In that way, trains always got tied to the holiday.” Model train manufacturers took ...

Is there anything cooler than having a model train club inside of a historical train depot? That was my thought when my son and I walked into the Dexter Depot several months ago to attend the Ann ...

Tucked away in the rolling hills of southwestern Wisconsin, there’s a hidden gem that’ll have you grinning like a kid on ...

Grand Junction's 36th annual model train show delights visitors of all ages with intricate displays, nostalgia, and holiday ...

Officially founded in 1939, the Paper Valley Model Railroad club in Kaukauna is a a sight to behold. On December 28th and 29th, they're holding an open house from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Part of Chicago's Pullman neighborhood this weekend is being transformed to celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'The Polar ...

Train tracks carrying engines, cabooses, freight cars and passengers wind through historic settings, rural landscapes and small towns. Fourteen displays are filled with intricate details. There are ...