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The 90th anniversary year of Model Railroader magazine is off and running. In the January 2024 issue, Editor Eric White shared the news that we’re starting the Model Railroader Hall of Fame. Each month, we’ll present a slate of nominees. Inductees in the inaugural class will be announced in the December 2024 issue. This month, […]
Trains Magazine (1940-today) At a chaotic time in history — World War II, atomic bombs, the birth of the Cold War — founder Al Kalmbach published the first issue of Trains Magazine. Many great things were happening in the 1940s alongside the many bad. For instance, the Slinky was also invented around this time. Trains […]
Trains Magazine (1940-today) At a chaotic time in history — World War II, atomic bombs, the birth of the Cold War — founder Al Kalmbach published the first issue of Trains Magazine. Many great things were happening in the 1940s alongside the many bad. For instance, the Slinky was also invented around this time. In […]
New England Sign up for the New England rail tour: Special Interest Tours and Trains Magazine bring you a rail excursion tour like no other. From Oct. 2-9, join rail enthusiasts and Trains Senior Editor David Lassen on a fully private-car adventure. Enjoy spending the colorful 2025 fall season exploring the best of New England’s […]
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While we may no longer be printing Garden Railways magazine, we’re adding new content to Trains.com every week! Here’s a few recent items, and a preview of what’s coming in the next month. Become a Trains.com member so you don’t miss any of this great content! If you have a story suggestion, email editor@gardenrailways.com […]
We’re always adding new content to our website. Here are some recent items you may have missed. Meet the Train Dads A group of five young men found each other and discuss toy trains, family, and more! Read their story. Lionel Strasburg 90 2-10-0 Read a review of this new engine from Lionel. Weaver Models […]
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Trains Magazine, other Kalmbach Media publications, and the Kalmbach offices will have extended closures for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays over the next two weeks, with the offices beginning the first of those closures at the end of regular business hours today (Friday, Dec. 22). Offices will be closed Monday, Dec. […]
Model Railroading has been called “The world’s greatest hobby.” We agree! However, it can be daunting to get started in model railroading. This beginner’s guide will help you dig deeper into the hobby and provide useful resources for your first layout. in this article, we’ll cover: How to choose the scale and era to model […]
As of January 2024, OutdoorPhotoGraphics.com will no longer publish railroad related books. “Due to the higher cost of railroad shows, production costs at the printer, shipping, and design, it’s nearly impossible to turn out a quality product at a reasonable price,” said owner Stan Trzoniec. The firm has sold their remaining inventory to Ron’s Books […]
No matter what scale you’re modeling in or what era you prefer, there is no doubt that you’ll encounter the need to use an adhesive sooner than later. Whether it’s laying cork roadbed, building a structure, or applying detail parts, everyone needs a variety of adhesives for a variety of tasks. This list should help […]
For any beginner model railroading building their first or even second layout, one of the first questions usually asked is, “What railroad should I model?” It’s important not to bite off more than you can chew. First and foremost, you’ll want to consider product availability and resources. Do manufacturers offer rolling stock for the railroad […]
