And the old project railroads ... The 1960s was as big a time of change for the model train industry as it was for the real railroads themselves. Here are some of the notable products I found ...

Every holiday season, Christmas Tree Lane turns into a must stop destination for model train lovers, all thanks to one man ...

“Railroads were part of the American consciousness at the time,” says Hal ... carpet and start building a model railroad,” ...

“My grandfather gave me my first train ... model trains,” Hunnewell said. For his part, “I love seeing trains restored to their former glory as well as the excitement on a kid’s face when they’re ...

“Railroads were part of the American consciousness at the time ... a model railroad,” Vondrak says. “I got my start in the hobby from a gift of a train set when I was 5 years old.