We are a community...
of railroad and model railroad enthusiasts

If you like railroads...

the Amherst Railway Society gives you a place to expand your knowledge, make new friends, and simply do what you like doing best.

Northeast Large Scale Train Show

April 28 & 29, 2023

Eastern States Exposition

West Springfield, Massachusetts

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Surplus Equipment Sale

March 31 & April 1, 2023

The Amherst Railway Society is sponsoring a Surplus Equipment Sale at the end of March. Locomotives, rolling stock, structures, and scenery items will all be available at bargain prices.

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Work days in Palmer

The following work days have been scheduled for the Amherst Building in Palmer. Work on the basement layout, work on the upstairs layouts, and other chores and activities

Saturday, March 25 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, April 1 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, April 8 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, April 15 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, April 22 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, May 6 – 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

March Newsletter

  • Upcoming Events
  • March Presentation
  • Northeast Large Scale Train Show
  • Surplus Equipment Sale
  • Extra Board
  • Tracks to the Future 

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Tracks to the Future

Summer program for high school students

Tracks to the Future is a summer program for high school students interested in a career in the railroad industry.

For 2023, there are two sessions at six college campuses.

Tracks to the Future is sponsored by the Federal Railroad Administration.

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Berlin, Bangor & Maine Railroad
Kids ON TRACK at Springfield Union Station – August 6&7, 2022
2023 Railroad Hobby Show