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Sep 23, 2026
Tracks to Tidewater
The Mid-Eastern Region of the NMRA is having its 2026 Convention here in Virginia Beach this year at the Holiday Inn on Greenwich Rd. You don't have to be a member to attend; you just have to buy a ticket at the door. There will be a lot of clinics where you can learn all about model railroading along with about 12 layouts to tour. An excursion is planned to Plasser American where maintenance of way equipment is manufactured.Here is a video where you can find out more...
Aug 17, 2026
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Jun 08, 2026
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May 09, 2026
Museum Store
Our Museum has a store, or gift shop as a convenience for our visitors who may wish to purchase a souvenir, a gift or a model train set while visiting.
Apr 12, 2026
Local Railroad Destinations and Events
This page contains a listing of local railroad and model railroad destinations and events that may be of interest.
Apr 11, 2026
Making Tracks April 2026
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Mar 24, 2026
Making Tracks March 2026
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Feb 07, 2026
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Jan 19, 2026
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Dec 14, 2025
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Dec 12, 2025
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Nov 09, 2025
A STEM Educational Center
Being a STEM Educational Center is a major part of our mission.
Oct 09, 2025
Making Tracks October 2025
The official newsletter of the Model Railroad Museum of Hampton Roads.
Sep 01, 2025
Making Tracks September 2025
The Model Railroad Museum of Hampton Roads is a fun, educational, community center demonstrating multiple train layouts in all the different major scales.
Aug 26, 2025
Working on the Railroad
Photos and descriptions of projects being done on the model railroads at the museum.
Aug 17, 2025
Making Tracks August 2025
The official newsletter for the Model Railroad Museum of Hampton Roads.
Jul 08, 2025
Making-Tracks-July-2025
Making Tracks is the official newsletter for the Model Railroad Museum of Hampton Roads bringing you the latest updates and photos from the Museum.
Jun 17, 2025
Model Railroad Museum of Hampton Roads Photo Gallery
Enjoy the gallery of photos submitted by the model railroaders of the Model Railroad Museum of Hampton Roads.
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Jun 13, 2025
Making Tracks June 2025
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May 19, 2025
Notice: Scholarships Available from Walthers
$2500 Scholarships will be awarded to two deserving students for participating in specific model railroad programs and GPA over 3.0. Deadline July 1, 2025.
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May 12, 2025
Making Tracks May 2025
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Apr 05, 2025
Making Tracks April 2025
Official newsletter of the Model Railroad Museum of Hampton Roads containing news and updates about the museum and other stories of interest.
We are proud to be members of the following organizations:
The Virginia Association of Museums
The Train Collectors Association
Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce
Hobby Manufacturers Association
National Railroad Historical Society
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The Birth of Virginia Beach
We have created and published a new historical document on the Birth of Virginia Beach. This has been written by our historian Warren Leister after researching the era and the people involved for several years. Excepts have been published here in our newsletter previously, but the information is now available all together in a 99 page document that you can purchase in our store. It factually explores the events, the dedicated people and the interesting culture in which they lived. Pick up your copy today!
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