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Welcome to Cincinnati Division 7! We are a large and very active Division in the Mid Central Region (MCR) of the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA). Division 7 encompasses the geography around the greater Cincinnati area including parts of Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio. This "Tri-state" area is well known in the model railroading community as the home of interesting railroad attractions and numerous spectacular model railroads. We welcome new or experienced model railroaders in all scales and gauges who are looking to meet other modelers and to learn and share inspiring model railroading experiences. Please visit our Introductory page for more about us, plus see our Next Meetings page and Events page for the dates and details of all our gatherings.
Our 2nd Annual Family Picnic is 1-5 pm on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Fernbank Park next to the Ohio River. This event replaces our regular meeting in June. This is a fun-filled family and hobbyist gathering, featuring great food, fellowship, games, prizes and our "main event" Trivia Team Contest. Only $10 per person, with Division 7 picking up the rest! Those attending must register before June 1, using this flyer. Due to venue size considerations, registrations are limited to the first 100 people that sign up. See our Events page for more info.
It is with great sadness we report long-time Division 7 member Peter Weiglin passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 at the age of 84. He was an accomplished author, teacher, broadcaster, producer, narrator, historian, speaker and railroad modeler. Peter was a life member of the NMRA, an active trustee of Cincinnati Division 7, Chair of our annual Spring Flea Market and a past Superintendent. Our condolences go to Peter’s wife Jeanne, and all his friends and family. A memorial service and reception celebrating Peter’s life was held on Sat, April 29 at Faith United Methodist Church in Batavia, Ohio. Please also see the attached obituary and expanded notice and career perspective and Maple Knoll notice for more insight on Peter’s life.
It is with great sadness we report the passing of long-time Division 7 member Bill Horstmann. Bill passed away February 24, 2023. He was a Life member of the NMRA, having joined 50 years ago! Our condolences go to Bill's family and friends. Services were held on March 7. See attached expanded obituary for more details.
It is with great sadness we report the passing of long-time Division 7 member Ron Gribler, MMR®. Ron passed away early March 1, 2023. Our condolences go to Ron's family and friends, including Ron's grandson and Division 7 member Chris Gribler. Services were held on March 4. See attached obituary for more details, plus Chris's touching story about him and Ron.
We hope you enjoy our Cincinnati Model Train & Trade Show, typically held one weekend in October of each year. See our Events page for dates and details. Please join us in thanking and supporting our contributing Fall Show sponsors kids r kids and Peter Paul Office Equipment
Cincinnati Express 2018 MCR Convention was a huge success due to wonderful attractions, tons of planning, a superb hotel and fantastic attendees! Thanks to everyone for making it a convention to remember. We hope you had a great time and enjoyed the layouts, clinicians, tours and events. See archival reports on our Convention page.
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