After much hard work by former NMRA President Charlie Getz and Narrow Gauge & Shortline Gazette editor Bob Brown, and many delays by the California State Parks Commission, “The Magic of Scale …

The NMRA's Districts (see image below) are divided into 17 Regions which cover the United States, Australasia, Canada, and the British Isles now including Europe.

Jan 28, 2026 · The NMRA uses five types of Technical Documents to present information. The NMRA, in its standards and recommended practices, addresses only the specific standards and recommended …

Join the NMRA and enjoy the many benefits of membership. Please review the information below before completing your membership application. Want to "test drive" the NMRA for a little while? Sign up for …

There are over 150 NMRA Divisions - groups of NMRA members in local communities. Most hold regular meetings featuring interesting and informative presentations on subjects ranging from "how …

This Year's Convention 2026 Scenic City Express, Chattanooga, TN 2026 2026 NMRA National Convention – Chattanooga, TN

Many of the functions of the NMRA are performed by the Departments, which are staffed by volunteers. The NMRA holds a National Convention each year, and regions sponsor conventions in their areas …

The NMRA Member Portal provides members with direct online access to their membership profile, allowing for updating personal information, renew (or upgrade) their membership, and print a …

As charged by the NMRA REGULATIONS, NMRA STANDARDS provide the primary basis upon which Interchange between equipment and various North American scale model railroads is founded.

The NMRA Standards gauge is regarded by many as essential while planning and building a model railroad. It is used to check the clearance between trains on the track and adjacent structures as well …