CID / NMRA Timetable
Fort Ben Library Train Display
Saturday, April 4, 2026 10 AM - 3 PM
A model railroad display event (layouts only, no vendors) will be held in early April 2026, at the Fort Ben Public Library on the east side of Indianapolis. Please note that there is a sensitivity-friendly period during the display, starting at 10 AM that morning.
Information at this link: CLICK HERE
Modelers Meet / Carmel Clay Library
Saturday, April 11, 2026 10 AM - 3 PM
The next in-person meet will be held at the Carmel Clay Public Library. Eric Peterson will highlight some of the technology-based improvements to his O-scale two rail pike (plus host guests after the meeting). CID members are encouraged to bring in projects, to showcase your work.
CID Layout Tour (Lafayette, IN area)
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Details are coming together for a layout tour, and much more, on April 18th. Plan to enjoy tours of various layouts and participate in some special programs in the Lafayette area. For more info: CLICK HERE
The Rusty Spike Publication
All editions of the CID'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 "Spike" (Winter 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!
​
​
​​​​
​
National & Midwest Region Information
​
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!
​
Extra Fare!
​
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.
​
Check it out - Plan to ride trains big and small, and other Train Shows.
​
​
​
Link to Extra Fare
