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From Perryville to Aberdeen: A Railfan’s Day Among Historic Stations

Mid-Eastern Region Convention

Call for Content: Help Us Build a Better Chesapeake Division Website

Division Layout – Scott Wooddell’s Deer Creek & Susquehanna Railroad

2026 NMRA Convention

2026 NMRA National Convention

Perryville Clinics & Layout Tours, 28 Mar 26

Layout Tours, 22 Sep 24

Western Maryland Railway Historical Society

Layout Tours 30 Apr 22

The Journey to Mt. Clare Jct. Begins

Modeling, Operating, Skill Development and Having Fun!

The Chesapeake Division brings together passionate local modelers who are ready to help you start, grow, and enjoy your journey in model railroading—no matter your scale, skill level, or area of interest. Whether you’re building your first layout or refining advanced techniques, you’ll find a supportive community eager to share knowledge, ideas, and inspiration. Membership is open to anyone—from individuals to organizations and businesses—who shares an interest in the rich and rewarding world of railroading.

The Chesapeake Division is part of the National Model Railroad Association, an international organization dedicated to advancing the hobby through education, standards, and community. By joining the NMRA, you become connected to a worldwide network of model railroaders while also gaining automatic membership in your local division and region. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in railroading and can be completed easily through the NMRA’s website, providing access to valuable resources, publications, events, and opportunities to learn and connect both locally and nationally.

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Join the NMRA and Chesapeake Division today and connect with a welcoming community that will help you build, learn, and enjoy model railroading at every level.


Featured Posts

  • Mid-Eastern Region Convention
    Join model railroaders from across the Mid-Atlantic this October for the NMRA Mid-East Region Convention 2026, “Tracks to Tidewater,” in beautiful Virginia Beach. Held October 15–18, 2026, the convention will feature clinics, layout tours, prototype inspiration, vendors, fellowship, and plenty of opportunities to learn and share the hobby. With outstanding model railroading activities combined with the relaxing atmosphere of the Virginia coast, this promises to be a memorable weekend for railroad enthusiasts of all skill levels. […]
  • 2026 NMRA Convention2026 NMRA National Convention
    The 2026 National Model Railroad Association Convention, themed “Scenic City Express,” will be held in Chattanooga from July 27 to August 2. It promises over 200 hours of clinics, layout tours, and the National Train Show, fostering community and learning among model railroaders. Registration is now open, generating significant excitement. […]
  • Call for Content: Help Us Build a Better Chesapeake Division Website
    Have photos, articles, layout features, or event recaps to share? We’re looking for member-submitted content to showcase the talent, creativity, and activity across the Chesapeake Division. Whether it’s a write-up on your railroad, tips and […]

Division Photos

Explore the Chesapeake Division in pictures! This photo gallery highlights scenes from division meets, operating sessions, open houses, conventions, clinics, and member layouts throughout the region. From detailed railroad modeling and realistic operations to fellowship and fun at events, these images capture the people, places, and passion that make the Chesapeake Division an active and welcoming part of the hobby.

  • Dave's CSX N-Scale Layout
  • Ken's C, S & W layout
  • Bill's B&O layout
  • Scott's DC&S layout
  • T-Trak at Timonium
  • T-Trak at Timonium
  • T-Trak at Timonium
  • Division Switching Layout

Coming Events

  • National N-Scale Convention

    June 23 - June 27
  • 2026 NMRA National Convention

    July 27 - August 2
  • NMRA National Train Show

    August 1 - August 2
  • Altoona N-Scale Weekend

    September 12 - September 13
  • Mid-Atlantic Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet

    October 1 - October 4
  • NMRA MER Convention

    October 15 - October 18
  • Great Scale Train Show

    October 31 - November 1
  • Model Railroad Open House Month

    November 1 - November 30

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