An MRH Exclusive Report
O
ver 20,000 people turned out at the Eastern States
Exposition (known by locals as the “Big E”) grounds
in West Springfield, MA on January 25th and 26th,
2014. Model Railroad Hobbyist had a booth at the show, and
we recorded a few of the interesting happenings during this
annual show that’s always the last weekend in January.
Here’s our exclusive report of what may be one of the largest
events of its kind in the world ...
1: This shot shows 25% of one building at this show!
There’s also three more buildings just like this one, all
packed with people wanting to enjoy some trains. Yes,
indeed, looks like the hobby is dying to us ...
2: We asked this young fellow if we could take his picture.
He was admiring the Chester & Beckett large scale
layout. The prototype Chester & Beckett was a granite
hauling line that became part of the Boston & Albany.
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Amherst Hobby Show - 1
Amherst Railway Society
Railroad Hobby Show
2014
MRH-Feb 2014
