CID / NMRA Timetable
CID's Booth @ Indy Great Train Show
February 7 & 8, 2026
Plan to drop by the Central Indiana Division's booth at the Great Train Show, held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in early February. More info: CLICK HERE
GTS website: CLICK HERE
Track Talk Program
Monday, February 9, 2026 7:15 PM
Our next virtual session will highlight JMRI systems; the CID's Steve Johnson will cover the basics. Plan to join us on-line!
Avon-Washington Library Train Display
Saturday, February 21, 2026 10 AM
Mark your calendars, and plan to stop by the model train display (just layouts, no commercial vendors!) at the public library in Avon, Indiana. More info: CLICK HERE
Fort Ben Library Train Display
Saturday, April 4, 2026 10 AM - 3 PM
Another display event (layouts only, no vendors) will be held in April 2026, at the Fort Ben Public Library on the east side of Indianapolis.
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The Rusty Spike Publication
All editions of the CID's newsletter are available on-line, including the Winter 2026 issue! 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
Public shows & displays
Operating sessions on area layouts
In-person Modelers Meets
Public shows & displays
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
