TRAINing Day
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About
The TRAINing Day event is designed as an interactive, family-friendly program that brings together railroad enthusiasts, model builders, and preservation advocates for an afternoon of education and engagement. Hosted by the National Railway Historical Society of Northern Kentucky–Cincinnati & The Ludlow Heritage Museum, this event blends safety awareness, hands-on learning, and historical appreciation into a single, memorable experience.
Purpose
TRAINing Day aims to:
· Promote railroad safety awareness through collaboration with Operation Lifesaver.
· Introduce families and hobbyists to the basics of model railroading.
· Encourage the preservation of historic railroad artifacts and foster appreciation for railway heritage.
Learning Highlights
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Railroad Safety: Understand the importance of safe practices around tracks and crossings.
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Model Railroading: Gain foundational skills in layout design, wiring, and scenery creation.​
Preservation Techniques: Learn how to handle and maintain historical railway artifacts.
Community Engagement: Connect with local historians, modelers, and preservationists.
Programming Schedule
12:00
Welcome and Registration
Check-in, distribution of name tags, and event materials
PM
12:30
PM
Operation Lifesaver Safety Session
Certified presenters teach essential railroad safety principles for pedestrians, motorists, and hobbyists.
1:15
PM
Model Railroading Basics Workshop
Learn layout design, track planning, scenery building, and electrical setup from experienced model railroaders.
2:15
PM
Preservation in Action
Hands-on demonstration on cleaning, cataloging, and storing historic railroad items
3:00
PM
Families collaborate to assemble a small working model layout using provided materials
Family Activity: Build & Run a Mini Layout
3:45
PM
Closing Remarks & Certificates
Participants receive certificates of completion and information on NRHS membership benefits
Registration Details
Enrollment Fee:
Free for current National Railway Historical Society Members
$25.00 Donation for non-members (includes materials and refreshments)
Donation applies to one year membership to the National Railway Historical Society & Ludlow Heritage Museum.
Registration Limit: 45 participants
How to Register: Visit the National Railway Historical Society of Northern Kentucky-Cincinnati webpage or email
Deadline: Registrations close once capacity is reached