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TEXAS WESTERN MODEL RAILROAD CLUB

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Causes: Arts & Culture, History Museums

Mission: To construct and operate a prototypical miniature railroad preserving the historical significance of the American railroads in Texas, especially in the Southwest surrounding Fort Worth. This railroad will be used to educate the public and preserve the technology, operations, life styles, and impact of railroads as a transportation system and builder of the Southwest.

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4 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

1

Friscomike, Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/19/2014

The Texas Western became my club and layout after building and disassembling four model train layouts at home over the years. I missed camaraderie and knowledge you gained in a club. I searched the DFW area and found the Texas Western. That was nine years ago, and I still find fun and enjoyment at the club. The club has classes that teach everything from the basics of model railroading to the best way to simulate a miniature transportation system. With everything from railran trips to movie night socials, this club has it all. The quality of the layout and model construction is what initially led me to the Texas Western. The museum quality of scenes and faithfulness to prototype operations keeps me a devotee of the Texas Western. Had I know about the club, I would never have built a layout at home.

morristg General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/12/2017

The club helps to keep the history of Railroads in the Ft Worth area alive with their model depicting various railroads that have operated in the area. When the layout was off of Anglin the scenery was excellent and now they have a new location off of Forrest Hill I know the scenery will be great again. Members are very friendly and willing to discuss or to explain things about the layout.

mcwalter Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/11/2017

This is a very ambitious and talented group. Their decision to model actual Fort Worth settings is outstanding. I have been a visitor; they have been very kind and accommodating.

Writer General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/11/2017

Texas Western Model Railroad Club is in the rebuilding process after being forced to move from their previous home. This rebuilding process has provided the opportunity to show members of the general public what goes into building a first class model railroad.

The Club encourages youth to get involved in model railroading by sponsoring monthly meetings solely for them.

The Club is currently the monthly meeting place for members of the National Model Railroad Association even if they are not members of the Club. Members of the Club prepare presentations on aspects of model construction, weathering, etc. Others provide historical presentations.

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