"The World's Greatest Hobby on Tour"
Henry B Gonzales Convention Center
200 E Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
February 21 & 22, 2009
Saturday: 10am to 6pm
Sunday: 10am to 5pm
"The World's Greatest Hobby on Tour" showcases the hobby of model railroading. The event is sponsored by the Hobby Manufacturers Association - Model Railroad Division and by the World's Greatest Hobby Program. The show presents model railroading to the general public in an entertaining, lively and family-friendly atmosphere. This is a hands-on experience of operating railroads for both children and adults. The show hopes to create new train enthusiasts by exposing the public to the very best model railroading has to offer. The hobby of model railroading has a unique ability to bring the family together in activities that teach many skills. Model railroad skills range from carpentry to artistry, from electrical engineering to historical research.
The World's Greatest Hobby on Tour is a premier showcase exhibition displaying the very best of the model railroading industry. The country's largest model railroad manufacturers will be showcasing their latest products alongside major retailers selling all types of trains and accessories. Everyone will enjoy the huge operating model railroads, contests, informational seminars, The Thomas the Tank Engine Playground for the kids and the Choo Choo Charlie Entertainment Stage.
What you will see at the show:
- 50,000 sqft. of Huge Operating Model Railroad Railroads
- GIANT Riding Train for Kids
- 200 Booths of Manufacturers and retailers
- 100 Thomas the Tank Trains for Kids to run
- DCC controlled railroads for adults to run
- The Choo Choo Charlie Railroad Entertainment Stage
- Demonstrations, seminars, and new products
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Hey Shirley we saw this advertised on TV....what a great hobby. They also have a show coming up in New Braunfels in the Spring. We have a family member that is big into model railroading. He has a seperate building behind his home just for his model railroading proejct.
Don't forget the Blog Along tonite - sure have missed everyone. Spurs vs Detroit - pass the link to others so they can find us. Mexican food on the menu.
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Hi Carl & Ceil ~ I just got back from a doctor's appointment. We have our Caregivers group starting at 6:30. Will check in when we get back.
Howdy there Shirley
Model Railroad show's are a lot of fun, to go and see. I've still got my all metal railroad set. From when I was a kid.
Hi Shirley, I would love to take my grandson to the Train show coming to Denver, soon. If not this year, we will definitely make it next year. There is something special about trains.
Hello Shirley, I used to build these settings and tracks with model railroading so know this area well. There is a trains group here in the Rain too. Love your new profile photo. You're gorgeous!!
Thanks Gary, At my age I will take all the compliments I can get! My husband used to sell model railroad stuff on ebay but his inventory is way low now.
Mary, My husband's father was a railroad engineer and two people in his family are conducters.
Dale, Hang on to that stuff. Those are definitely collector's items.
I love community info. I will actually be there on Sunday getting ready for a coaching class on Monday. So I will take a look. Thanks
My brother and dad would love this. They love all things about trains! My brother volunteers and engineers at a railroad museum.
Howdy there Shirley, my friend
I'll be keep a hold of it, thats for sure. But not because, of it being a collector's item. Are you going to, get to go to it?
Hi Terry, I hope you enjoy your trip.
Ann - Railroads, Trains, and everything associated has a wide appeal. I guess it's the romance of it.
Dale - I am overbooked this week-end.