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## Pages

- [Visiting the Musuem](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=240) - Public Show The Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum's "Railroad Journey in Miniature" is only open to the public during the Annual Holiday Train Show (Mid-November though Mid-January). During the show, the museum is open on Friday nights from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with extended hours on
- [](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=22) - 2025/26 Holiday Show We will open again for our 37th Holiday Train Display November 8, 2025. Additional Information: Directions to the Museum Holiday show hours sent to you via email. Every Friday night, we will have our special operating session... "Steam at Twilight" The requested donation for The Holiday Train Show are: $12.00 for adults
- [About the Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=232)
- [Social Media Bio](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1631) - Please fill out the form as completely as possible. Any / all information provided will be used on the museum's social media channels.
- [Model Railroading Classes](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1605) - The WPMRM is not currently offering any modeling classes at this time. Please check back later or follow us on social media for any updates on when classes are offered.
- [Membership Open House](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1586) - The Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum is a non-profit organization that is operated 100% by volunteer members. As such, we are always looking to attract new members with a diverse set of skills and backgrounds. You might be surprised to know that our current members have a variety of professional experiences including transportation, HVAC to
- [Membership Open House Sign up](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1598)
- [Model Railroading Classes](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=661) - The WPMRM will offer five model railroading classes early in 2023 #101 Introduction to Model Railroading (10 classes, twice per for 5 weeks) Thursday, January 23th, 2023 7:00 p.m. — 9:30 p.m. Class 1 – January 23rd, 2023 Introduction to both full sized railroading as well as model railroading motive power, cars, and how they operate.
- [Deal Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1566)
- [Forthill Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1562)
- [Cumberland Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=303)
- [The Narrows Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=336)
- [Allegany Station Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=860)
- [Meyersdale Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=326)
- [Salisbury Viaduct Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=866)
- [Rockwood Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=847)
- [Confluence Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=294)
- [Ohiopyle Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=342)
- [BoMon Junction Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=820)
- [Connellsville Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=842)
- [Dickerson Run Yard Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=305)
- [McKeesport Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=319)
- [Glenwood Yard Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=790)
- [Pittsburgh Coach Yard Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=273)
- [J&L Steel Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=311)
- [Pittsburgh Gallery](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=88)
- [Contacting the Museum](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=170) - Email: Holiday Show Hours: showhours@wpmrm.org (unattended auto-responder email, no inquires) Media Requests: pr@wpmrm.org Membership Information: membership@wpmrm.org Web Site and other: webmaster@wpmrm.org (all other inquires) Address: Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum 5507 Lakeside Dr. Gibsonia, PA 15044 Phone: 724-444-6944 Social Media:
- [Membership](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=24) - The WPMRM is always looking for members, and we would be thrilled if you would come on board. We have three types of members, which allows for flexibility in commitment. *Note* To view the application you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. WPMRM memberships fall into three general classifications: Active (Senior, Associate and Probationary Members) Friend of WPMRM (Affiliate
- [Toy Train Display](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=427) - Our “Toy Train” display, sometimes referred to “Tin Plate” is an ‘O’ gauge [1/48 scale], or better known as Lionel. The 14-foot by 22-foot display consisting of three continuously running outer lines, an inter loop for a trolley also an upper loop that you can usually find Thomas the Tank Engine running. Four push buttons
- [Second Weekend Special](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1383) - Present this page for the following discount. Print Ticket
- [Opening Weekend Special](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1380) - Present this page for the following discount. Print Ticket
- [Project 2020](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1270) - The building was constructed by our membership in 1986. Over the years our layout expanded and changed and continues to develop to this day. However, our mission remains the same: to serve the public by showcasing and preserving the industrial heritage of Western Pennsylvania through the art of modeling railroading, our lending library, and with
- [Media Images](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1057) - All images below are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License and may be used freely for blogs, online, print or video media. Additional images & raw video files (published to YouTube) can be obtained by emailing bob.mueser@wpmrm.org at the discretion of the museum.
- [Social Media Contest Rules](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1044) - Overview The Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum (WPMRM) will be holding a weekly sweepstakes contest. Participants can enter by using Facebook, Twitter or Google Plus by Following the WPMRM, Performing an action on the weekly contest post (Like/Favorite/+1) or by re-sharing the weekly contest post. Participants can enter once per social media service (ie up to 3 times)
- [Contest Entry](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1155) - Raffle for the week of 12/23/15 through 12/30/15 a Rafflecopter giveaway
- [Directions To the Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=217) - We are located at: 5507 Lakeside Drive Gibsonia Pa 15044 For door-to-door directions to the WPMRM, enter your starting point below: Starting Point Example Searches: 123 Main Street Pittsburgh, PA 15260 123 Main Street 15260 123 Main St Pittsburgh PA From The Turnpike: North on Route 8 for 1.5 miles to Route 910. Turn
- [Virtual Tour](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=1105) - [cjtoolbox name='Test'] Click ME!
- [Photo Galleries](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=357) - [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third][/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third]
- [WPMRM Videos](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=384) - [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third] [/one_third] [one_third][/one_third] [one_third] [one_third]
- [Around the Layout](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=904)
- [Map](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=707)
- [Donate to the Museum](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=667) - Sorry but we’re still laying the tracks for this…
- [Support Us](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=665) - Sorry but we’re still laying the tracks for this…
- [Interactive Displays](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=658) - Our youngest engineers will enjoy trains on the most basic level with our two interactive displays featuring Thomas and his friends. We have two different wooden train tables where children can learn the rules of the road as they explore, roundhouses, bridges and industries. Additionally, they can race Thomas an Percy around a HO layout.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=422) - Click on the question for the answer. General Questions The Display Scenery Rolling Stock and Track
- [WPMRM Media](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=418)
- [WPMRM Cab Rides](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=382)
- [WPMRM On TV](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=380)
- [Other WPMRM Videos](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=377)
- [WPMRM History](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=103) - The Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum (WPMRM) was founded in November of 1938, making it one of the oldest model railroad organizations in the nation. Its original name was the “Pittsburgh HO Railroad Club”, which was eventually changed to the “Pittsburgh Model Railroad Club” (PMRC). The PMRC’s early members helped pioneer the Hobby of Model
- [Steam at Twilight](http://wpmrm.org/?page_id=23) - The Members of the Western Pennsylvania Model Railroad Museum would like to welcome you to visit the Museum on Friday nights for "Steam at Twilight". On Friday nights, we lower the lights and turn back the clock from the summer of 1952 to an early fall evening in 1949. "The Smokey City" is just beginning

## FAQs

- [I have an odd schedule on those days, does it have to be either 10:00 or 1:00 sessions?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=i-have-an-odd-schedule-on-those-days-does-it-have-to-be-either-1000-or-100-sessions) - No, we understand that we all have a lot going on and that we're all volunteers and need to work in what free time we have. When signing up for a session, please choose flexible under the session.
- [I really love your museum and want to be a part of it, but I don't think I have the time right now.  Is there a membership option for me?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=i-really-love-your-museum-and-want-to-be-a-part-of-it-but-i-dont-think-i-have-the-time-right-now-is-there-a-membership-option-for-me) - Yes! We have a couple of non-active memberships available that allow you to contribute to the museum. These memberships even allow you full access to our holiday show! See our membership page for details
- [If I come for the early session can I stick around for the second session?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=if-i-come-for-the-early-session-can-i-stick-around-for-the-second-session) - Yes and just think, if you enjoy the open house, how much would you enjoy being a member?
- [I am a member / leader of a group, can we bring our group in for a private tour?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=i-am-a-member-leader-of-a-group-can-we-bring-our-group-in-for-a-private-tour) - During the Holiday show season (Mid-November though Mid-January) we do host allow groups to visit us during non-show hours. To schedule a private tour send an email to groupinfo@wpmrm.org to schedule the event. We currently do not host groups outside the Holiday Show season.
- [How do you make the rock croppings?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=how-do-you-make-the-rock-croppings) - We have a number of methods of crating the out croppings. Plaster molds - The simplest way is to use a plaster mold. Once the plaster hardens, the mold is removed and the plaster is painted. Ceiling tiles - To get the striated look, drop ceiling tiles are scored and then snapped and stacked on top of each
- [How many trains do you have?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=how-many-trains-do-you-have) - Presently, we own just less than 250 diesel locomotives, and about 90 steam locomotives. Only about 50% of those numbers are in "running order" with DCC (Digital Command Control). The other 50% include new purchases, "spares", and locos which are "shopped". The freight car fleet numbers around 1900 cars. Of these, probably 1200 are in operating condition...
- [How do you make the water?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=how-do-you-make-the-water) - Surprisingly, water does not look real when used for scale modeling (you need the dept to make it look real). Water is simulated using a clear epoxy called Envirotex. Typically, this used for hard wood bar finishes. Over the years, we have developed techniques to make rapids, waterfalls and currents.
- [Is membership open the public?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=is-membership-open-the-public) - Yes! We are always looking to find new members who can bring their various skills and their love of trains to the museum. More information about joining the museum can be found on our Membership page.
- [What do you do when you are closed for most of the year? ](http://wpmrm.org/?question=what-do-you-do-when-you-are-closed-for-most-of-the-year) - We are busy repairing all of our locomotives, taking inventory, doing some major house cleaning, build new structures and many other things to make your visit an enjoyable one for you.
- [Why are you not opened all the time?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=why-are-you-not-opened-all-the-time) - The organization is run by volunteers. Since many members are still working full time jobs, it would be difficult to be open on a full time schedule.
- [What scale is used for the layout?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=what-scale-is-used-for-the-layout) - The main display is HO scale or 1/87 of real life.
- [Is the Mon-Valley a real railroad?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=is-the-mon-valley-a-real-railroad) - No it is fictitious. It is a combination mostly of the Western Maryland and the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie railroads.
- [Why is the layout set to the early 1950s?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=why-is-the-layout-set-to-the-early-1950s) - We chose the early fifties for a number of reasons. First, during the post war economic boom railroads were at their busiest, transporting large numbers passengers and freight. Also during this time, railroads were starting to make the transition from steam to diesel allowing us to run both.
- [How many feet of track are on the layout?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=how-many-feet-of-track-are-on-the-layout) - We have 6,500+ feet of track (we're not even sure of the exact amount). This includes the four main lines, sidings, yards and hidden track. Most of the track is code 83, but some is code 100.
- [How do you make the trees?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=how-do-you-make-the-trees) - We have x different types of Trees: "Puff-balls" -- Details Seedum -- Details Root -- Details Purchased -- Details
- [How many trees are on the layout?](http://wpmrm.org/?question=how-many-trees-are-on-the-layout) - We estimate that there are between 250,000 to 300,000 trees. Approximately 95% of those are made by hand.

## FAQ Topics

- [Display](http://wpmrm.org/?faq-topic=display) - General Questions about the main display.
- [Museum General](http://wpmrm.org/?faq-topic=museum-general) - Questions about the origination.
- [Rolling Stock and Track](http://wpmrm.org/?faq-topic=rolling-stock-and-track) - Anything related to the rails and what’s on top of them.
- [Scenery](http://wpmrm.org/?faq-topic=scenery) - General questions about the buildings, scenes, etc.
- [Membership Drive](http://wpmrm.org/?faq-topic=membership-drive)