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National Train Show

Presented by National Train Show and Sacramento Convention Center Complex at Sacramento Convention Center

July 8-July 10, 2011

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The National Train Show is fun for the whole family, from your littlest engineer to the most experienced Model Railroader. The 21st Annual National Train Show is the industry’s most respected model train show and trade exposition, which showcases all aspects of model railroading including the industry’s newest and unique products and services from manufacturers and retailers from the U.S. and around the world. The event will cover 134,000 sq. ft. of space, including 35,700 sq. ft. featuring extraordinary operating model train displays.

Special highlights:
-It’s All Here: All of the latest and greatest model trains, accessories, collectibles, and more from the world’s best-known manufacturers and retailers geared for all model railroaders--from first-timers to old-timers.
-The Incredible LegoMiniLand: It’ll stop you in your tracks! This 2,500 sq ft area is dedicated to the creation of a dynamic, originally-designed display featuring operating model railroads, hundreds of train cars, various landscape settings and waterfalls, scale buildings, retractable bridges, and more…all made entirely out of millions of Lego pieces! Attendees are invited to “meet the modelers” and learn how to build their very own original display.
-Ask The Collectibles Appraiser: Have an old train set hidden away in the closet? Wondering what it’s worth? Bring it to the show and find out from The Collectibles Expert. Free to all attendees.
-Children’s Play Area: 1,500 sq. ft. of fun including trains, games and more for children of all ages to enjoy during the show. The area is chaperoned at all times and is free of charge.
-Hands-On Demonstrations: Learn how to get started on your own model railroad empire and find out the latest techniques from well-known exhibitors, and from pros at the Meet the Master Modeler booth.

The National Train Show was established in 1988 by the National Model Railroad Association as a nationally sponsored combined industry trade show and public train show to promote the hobby of model railroading. The 2011 National Train Show is held in conjunction with the National Convention of the NMRA in Sacramento.