Holiday Train Gardens on Delmarva | Model Trains That Will Delight the Whole Family!

The following listings are a few of the many seasonal attractions which cast a festive and magical atmosphere across the area known as the Delmarva Peninsula. Spread out over three states and fourteen counties, our unique corner of the world is already filled with history and countless sites to visit, however during the months surrounding the Christmas season even more special activities appear to delight both residents and visitors.

While this post focuses mainly on the two larger train exhibits that I have actually seen, there are numerous other smaller displays which are definitely worth a visit. Please check out the details by calling or viewing websites/social accounts for each location before you go.

First up is the longest running train garden I know of - celebrating their 85th year is the Rescue Fire Company Train Garden in Dorchester County, Maryland. Visit their Facebook page for details! The building is located at 307 Gay Street | Cambridge, MD 21613. See a photo album here.

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For the 34th year, the DelMarVa Model Railroad Club will be hosting a Holiday Open House on FIVE different weekends. They are located at 103 E State St | Delmar, Delaware 19940 and there is plenty of parking behind St Stephens UM Church. The exhibit is on the 2nd Floor (stairs only) of Camelot Hall in Delmar DE. Free admission and FUN for the entire family!

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• Dover, DE || Model railroad open house in Dover Nov. 23-24 | The First State Model Railroad Club will hold a National Model Railroad Association open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23 and Sunday, Nov. 24, at 1282 McKee Road, Dover. The public is invited to see over 1,700 square feet of operating train layouts including HO and O gauge. The open house will feature hands-on operations of trains, kids’ activities and fun for the entire family. via Cape Gazette

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Georgetown, DE | "Railroad club opens model train display for holidays" The Delaware Seaside Railroad Club’s will host their ninth annual model train display beginning Saturday, Nov. 30th, on the second floor of the Georgetown Public Library. Displays will be open Saturdays: Nov 30th, Dec 7th, Dec 14th, Dec 21st and Jan 4th from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Details via Coastal Point Newspaper

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• Train Garden at the Ocean City Library Ocean City, MD: the Train Garden starts on November 25th @ 10:00 am and runs until January 11, 2020 @ 6:00 pm. Free admission! Info via Delmarva Life

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• Preston, MD || Saturday, November 30th Christmas Train Garden The Preston Historical Society invites you to experience the magic of trains at their Christmas Train Garden. The exhibit will feature Lionel trains and will be set up by Patrick Lanahan at 167 Main Street, Preston, MD. Times: 10am to 2pm and admission is free. Info from myeasternshoremd.com

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• Listings for attractions across the state of Maryland offered by the Office of Tourism: click here

I certainly hope you get a chance to explore some of these beautiful displays and festive attractions. Happy Holidays!!