Amherst Railway Society

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We are a community…

of railroad and model railroad enthusiasts

we believe that enthusiasm for railroads and model railroads makes a positive difference in people’s lives:

  • it builds community
  • it excites learning
  • it unleashes creativity
  • it teaches important technical skills
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If you like railroads...

the Amherst Railway Society gives you a place to expand your knowledge, make new friends, and simply do what you like doing best.
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Scale Trains Road Trip

Saturday, April 20, 2024

The Scale Trains Road Trip is coming to the Amherst Railway Society.

The event features a display of many of Scale Trains current products, a look behind the scenes at the product development and manufacturing process, and a question and answer session.

Details and video

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Work days in Palmer

The following work days have been scheduled for the Amherst Building in Palmer. Work on the basement layout, work on the garden railroad, and other chores and activities

Saturday, March 30 – Surplus Equipment Sale

Saturday, April 6 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, April 13 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, April 20 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, April 20 – Scale Trains Road Trip

Saturday, April 27 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, May 4 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, May 11 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, May 18 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

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Granite State Special

May 18, 2024

Round-trip excursion train between Meredith and Lincoln, New Hampshire on the Granite State Scenic Railroad.

Photo run-bys and a museum stop are included. 

Details

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Surplus Equipment Sale

On Saturday, March 30, the Amherst Railway Society will hold the next Surplus Equipment Sale.

The event runs from 9 am to 1 pm, and is open to the public.

Details

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March Newsletter

  • Train Shows Matter
  • March Presentation
  • Surplus Equipment Sale
  • Granite State Special
  • Shelburne Expands
  • Calgary/Mexico City – by steam
  • NE Large Scale Show

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