Train exhibit at McKelvie Middle School

Friday, November 5, 2010

File photo The Bedford Boomers held their 27th annual model railroad exhibit at McKelvie School on Nov. 8, 2009. The show featured a variety of model trains including a train for the kids to ride. Ethan Kemp, 5, of Bedford, gets a close look at one of the trains. The 28th annual exhibit will be this Sunday, Nov. 7.

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The Bedford Boomers will host its 28th annual Model Railroad Exhibition from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 7 at the McKelvie Middle School. The exhibition is the largest noncommercial display of model trains east of the Mississippi River. This year’s show will feature over 40,000 square feet of model railroad equipment, displays and operation systems. Outside the school, there will be a 1½-inch scale train for kids of all ages to ride and a display of prototype track maintenance vehicles. Several clinics will be given for all skill levels. There will also be raffles for several train related items. Refreshments available from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. provided by Beta Sigma Phi on behalf of “The Way Home” organization that benefits the homeless.

There is no admission charge. The Boomers do welcome donations to defray operating expenses.