Well, its that time again and the Alexander Chapter, N.R.H.S., is once again fixin' to hold their annual trainshow in Hickory, N.C. On April 16, 2016, the Alexander Chapter will, once again, host the Expo at the Hickory NC Metro & Convention Center. This single day show is the best in Western North Carolina and will be featuring approximately 250 tables with most already sold out and in addition to vendors of models, collectibles, books, and videos, FIVE model railroad layouts will be at the show. ALL proceeds from this show will go towards the restoration of the largest collection of narrow gauge equipment in the entire southeastern United States. For more information visit the website below... http://www.tarheelpress.com/Trainshow
As was mentioned when I first posted the announcement about the train show, proceeds to towards various projects being undertaken by the Alexander Chapter, N.R.H.S., and to put things in a tangible manner the show yielded enough money to finish paying for the restoration on their Railway Express Agency truck as well as to repay the loan floated by one of the members to purchase an ancient tank car that was acquired last year. The collection of the Southeastern Narrow Gauge & Shortline Museum continues to grow with both narrow-gauge and standard gauge equipment being acquired. And it is the direct result of the many volunteers of the Chapter that these restorations are taking place, making for an interesting and eclectic collection of museum pieces like none else in the southeast, and it is at least in part through the proceeds of the trainshow that these restorations are able to be done. To say the least I know that the members appreciate all who were able to come to the show, with attendance hitting a major milestone this year. While the number of tables were down overall attendance was greater than in the past helping to make the show a very good one. To say the least the members are very grateful for each and every person who came and glad that their important work can continue. Here's hoping that next year's show is even better!!!
