The Middle Tennessee Model Railroaders

America’s fascination with model trains as a hobby dates back to the early 1930’s. Primarily, the hobby focuses on the creative process of building and maintaining a train layout. For a group of guys in Nolensville TN their love of the hobby inspired them to build one of the largest layouts in the southeast. Join Nashville Public Television’s Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about The Middle Tennessee Model Railroaders.


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America's fascination with model trains as a hobby dates back to the early 1930s. Primarily, the hobby focuses on the creative process of building and maintaining a train layout. For a group of guys in Nolensville TN their love of the hobby inspired them to build one of the largest layouts in the southeast. Tammi Arender has their story.

The Middle TN Railroad Association is a private club, but they open up their displays to the public twice a year.

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