CID Activities & Events
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The Central Indiana Division (CID) of the Midwest Region is a busy group. We have train shows, layout tours, Modelers Meets, Track Talk sessions and more. Check here for news and notes about our activities.
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Fort Ben Public Library Train Show
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The second "train display" show of calendar year 2026 will be at the Fort Ben Library on the first weekend of April. The CID has hosted a show at this location in the past, with large crowds. Plan to help us showcase the hobby of model railroading at a FREE event, during a show of layouts and informative stations. Note: No vendors are at this event.
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Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
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Address: 9330 East 56th Street Indianapolis, IN 46216
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Saturday, April 11, 2026
Modelers Meet @ Carmel Clay Public Library
Modelers meets are typically in-person events where NMRA members and their guests can share ideas, report on progress of current projects, display completed works, etc. It is always fun to see what others in the hobby are doing or to hear about their plans.
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The next such event will be held at the Carmel Clay Public Library on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM. The feature presentation will be by Eric Peterson, covering technology-based updates about his O-Scale two rail layout. Location: CLICK HERE
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Saturday, April 18, 2026
Lafayette-area (IN) Layout Tour & More!
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Join the CID for home layout tours at multiple site in and around Lafayette, Indiana . . . plus programs offered at Purdue and the local historical society
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Time: 12 Noon - 4 PM for layout tours
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More details: CLICK HERE
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The next in-person Modelers Meet will be held Saturday, April 11, 2026
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The CID will meet at the Carmel Clay Public Library in mid-April. This is an in-person event!
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Time: 10 AM to 3 PM
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The featured presentation for April 11th will be by Eric Peterson, discussing some technology-based enhancements to his home layout. On the way home after the session, guests are invited to drop by Eric's house to visit his O-Scale two rail pike.
And as always, we also look forward to sharing our projects (past, current, and future) with each other. Plan to join us in April 2026!
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Track Talk Programs: Alternating In-person Meets and ZOOM meetings
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The next Track Talk session will be March 14, 2026. A luncheon & layout tour is planned for the east side of Indianapolis!
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CID members are encouraged to meet at the MCL at 6010 East 10th Street, Indianapolis, at 12:00 noon that Saturday. After the "dutch treat" meal, everyone will head to Jack Simpson's to see his renovated layout.
Note: We are always seeking topics for our Track Talk. Contact us with any ideas you would like to present or see discussed.
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Bring your deep thoughts, questions and pictures to share with all.​​​​​​​​​
Extra Fare !
The events sponsored by the CID are popular in central Indiana (train shows, clinics, modelers meets, etc.) But there are others events too, and here is more of what is going on in our area.
For more information click here for information from the Naptown and White River Model Railroad Club website
Special Exhibit at the Indiana Historical Society
Electric Railways in Indiana
The Electric Railway: Indiana’s Interurbans opened on March 15 and runs through Aug. 1, 2026. The exhibit is supported by Thomas and Sue Hoback, and Ayres Foundation, Inc.
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Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
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Area Train Shows Click on photo to view
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This will open a .pdf file which will show upcoming train shows for the Indiana, Michigan and Ohio area. It is maintained and supplied to the CID superintendent by Ken Skopp of the Grand River Valley Railroad Club in Wyoming, Michigan and is updated on a monthly basis.
