Events

All aboard for a weekend of model trains, railroad history, and hands-on fun at the History Museum of Mobile!

Royal Street Railway: Model Trains & More! will feature at least seven operating model railroad layouts, historic railroad artifacts from the museum’s collection, and interactive educational activities for children and families. We will also be hosting National Model Railroad Association clinics in the museum classroom for those who are interested in getting started building their own model trains or learning new techniques (see schedule below).

Whether you are a lifelong train enthusiast or introducing a little engineer to the world of railroads, this special weekend offers something for visitors of all ages.

Event Hours:

• Saturday, September 19: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Sunday, September 20: 1:00–5:00 p.m.

National Model Railroad Association Clinic Schedule:

Saturday: 

• 10:00 am - 11:00 am - "Magic of Model Railroading"
• 11:30 am - 1:00 pm - "Foreground Scenery Techniques for All Skill Levels"
• 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm - "Modeling Tips and Tricks for Structures"
• 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm - "Seven Simple Structures"

Sunday:

• 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm - "How to Paint HO and O Scale People"
• 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm - "Modeling with Design Preservation Models"

Admission: 

The event is included with regular museum admission. Tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event. For admission prices, visit https://www.historymuseumofmobile.com/visit-us/

One weekend only!

Questions: museumrelations@historymuseumofmobile.com