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We are hosting the NMRA National Convention in 2027

If you have not already heard, 4D and the Pacific Northwest Region (PNR) of the NMRA will be hosting the 2027 NMRA Convention in downtown Tacoma, August 10-15 2027. Planning is already underway. Both the Tacoma Convention Center and several hotels have been contracted by NMRA HQ.

Now … we need everyone’s support to make this the best convention ever! We will be hosting guests from around the planet.

First, put it in your calendar: August 10-15, 2027.

Second, think about how YOU can contribute:

  • Perhaps open your layout for a layout tour? 
  • Or, offer an operating session.
  • Or, present a clinic.
  • Or be a volunteer … or just attend as a participant
  • … Whatever you do, we need YOUR support!

Third, tell your friends and family about this.  They may not want to attend the core convention, but there is something for everyone – especially kids of all ages – at the National Train Show, open to the public, that will take place on the Saturday and Sunday following the Convention.

Our theme is Expand Your Horizon and we want everyone to come away with new ideas and new friendships.

We will welcome both NMRA members and non-NMRA members (though non-members will pay a little more).

Our website has just been published and will expand as we finalize our plans. But you can signup to our newsletter now. Visit us at:

2027.nmra.org

If you want to help us right now, or have any ideas, then please contact Magnus Christerson or Robin Peel (Co-Chairs) at conv2027@nmra.org

42nd National Narrow Gauge Convention – less than 2 weeks away

By Robin Peel

The 42nd National Narrow Gauge Convention is less than two weeks away! It will take place from September 1-4, over the Labor Day weekend, at the Hotel Murano in downtown Tacoma, WA. This is a national – international – convention being held in our backyard, sponsored by 4D, and it is NOT just for narrow gauge modelers – we will have 60 clinic sessions, many of which will appeal to standard gauge (and armchair) modelers, too!
https://www.seattlenngc.com/clinic-schedule

The star of the show will be the Hangman Creek Lumber Company modular layout, which will be operating adjacent to our registration desk. This outstanding On3 layout won “Best in Show” at our 2012 National Narrow Gauge Convention (in Bellevue, WA), and has been extensively refurbished since then. It is a great opportunity to view this layout one more time, along with three other great display layouts (two On30 and one HOn3). Details of each are on our website at:
https://www.seattlenngc.com/modular

Details on the Hangman Creek Lumber Company in On3
Amazing trestles on Hangman Creek Lumber Company in On3
The Palisades module, from the Arizona Division of the Mudhens, in HOn3

Standard registration for the full, Thursday – Sunday convention is $150, including a free spouse pass, but we are offering a special one-day rate for local modelers for $50 (available only on the day, at the registration desk) that will give access to all convention activities that day (clinics, contest viewing, vendor room, modular displays and 34 home layouts).

We are looking forward to seeing you in Tacoma in just a few days! Head to our website for full details.
https://www.seattlenngc.com/

info@seattlenngc.com

42nd National Narrow Gauge Convention is here in Tacoma in 5 weeks!

We will be hosting a national (international) convention within 4D’s territory in September – the 42nd National Narrow Gauge Convention will be held in Tacoma over the 2022 Labor Day weekend, at the Hotel Murano in downtown Tacoma.

This convention is hosted by many local narrow gauge modelers, and sponsored by 4D. We will have 70 clinic sessions, a vendor room, modular layouts on display (including the wonderful Hangman Creek), contest, and tours to 35+ stunning local layouts (standard gauge AND narrow gauge). You don’t need to be narrow gauge modeler to enjoy the show – and many of the clinics will appeal to standard gauge modelers in any scale.

Registration for the four day convention is $150, but for local attendees a special one-day pass will be available for purchase at the door for $50. You can find all details on the convention website at www.seattlenngc.com. Looking forward to seeing you in Tacoma!

  • Robin Peel