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Location
Visitor tip
Bring binoculars to see the intricate details and hidden gems throughout the 5000 sq ft model railroad display - visitors specifically praised being able to spot details they would have otherwise missed
Best time
Check the Visit PMRRM page before going as operating hours are changing from monthly to quarterly in 2026 - the museum has variable hours and visitors should confirm availability
Visitor tip
Come with young children or if you're on the shorter side - the museum thoughtfully provides step stools at viewing stations to help everyone see the details of the massive 70' x 72' display
Quick Facts
- Type
- Model Railroad Museum
- Main Attraction
- Sierra Pacific Lines HO scale model railroad (5,000 sq ft)
- Founded
- 1940
- Scale
- One of the largest HO scale layouts in the world
- Hours
- Open quarterly (changed from monthly in 2026)
What visitors say
Who knew little toy trains can bring joy 🤩. One feels like you’re 7 again playing pretend. That’s worth the price of admission. Everything feels nostalgic - the conductors are managing the trains and making sure everything is on time…
The volunteers are so passionate & spread their excitement effortlessly, it was so great to hear the history of the club & how it’s evolved over the years. They also make step stools available for children & short people like myself to…
This place was so much better than expected! I’m so glad I called and they were open the Sunday before Christmas so I could take my Dad over. The line was long but moved pretty quickly and was well worth the wait. The members running…
From 62 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum features a massive Sierra Pacific Lines HO scale model railroad spanning 5,000 square feet with dimensions of 70' x 72'
- The museum is run entirely by passionate volunteers who actively manage and operate the model trains during visits
- Operating hours are changing from monthly to quarterly in 2026, representing a significant shift in the museum's accessibility schedule
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