CID / NMRA Timetable
CID Layout Tour / Lafayette, IN area
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Details about a Spring 2026 layout tour have been e-mailed to CID members. Plan to enjoy tours of various layouts (of CID members) from 12:00 Noon until 4:00 PM on April 18th. In addition, plan to participate in some special programs in the Lafayette area throughout the day.
For more information: CLICK HERE
NMRA National Convention
July 27 - August 2, 2026
Registration is still open for the national convention, held this year in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The week's program includes clinics, contests, operating sessions, tours, events by SIGs, and so much more. The National Train Show is the second weekend of the event, in the convention center in downtown Chattanooga (that show is open to everyone; you do not need to be an NMRA member or registered for the annual convention). More information can be found at this link: CLICK HERE
The Rusty Spike Publication
All editions of the Center Indiana Division's newsletter are available on-line; look under the "About Us" tab on the ribbon above to access current and past issues of CID's publication. For the most recent issue of The "Rusty Spike" (Spring 2026) use this handy link: CLICK HERE
In-person Modelers Meets
Tours of home layouts
Public shows & displays
In-person Modelers Meets
Layouts In The CID
There are some outstanding layouts around the Central Indiana Division of the NMRA. Many of the layouts were featured in our NMRA "Highball to Indy" 2016 National Convention!
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National & Midwest Region Information
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The National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) is our parent organization. The unique organization establishes standards to make all the products of our hobby work together in a reliable and consistent manner. They also help organize events and shows, publish an annual calendar and monthly magazine, and so much more!
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Extra Fare!
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There are many more train-related activities in Indianapolis and the Central Indiana region that you might like to do. We have added an "extra fare" site to highlight the many opportunities.
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Check it out - Plan to ride trains big and small, and other Train Shows.
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Link to Extra Fare