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Join Us In Beautiful
Decatur, Alabama for River Rails 2024 The Mid-South division invites you to join us in Decatur to enjoy the clinic, model, prototype, and non-rail activities at the Southeastern Regional Convention, Thursday June 20th through Saturday, June 23rd, 2024 See Our Welcome Video |
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Convention Facilities
The convention hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton is off Alt-US 72. Turn right to exit the river bridge. It houses the clinic, non-rail, and contest rooms as well as the Banquet Facilities and Registration.
| DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Decatur Riverfront 1101 6th Ave NE Decatur, AL 35601 (256) 355-3150 |
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SER NMRA Annual Convention Start date: 6/20/24 End date: 6/23/24 Last day to book special hotel rate: 6/3/24 Decatur DoubleTree is offering the special group rate for $115.00 USD per night Book your room here. |
Keynote Speaker
David Breeland, Historical Resources Manager, Decatur Parks & Recreation
Judge David Breland has a long personal history in Decatur and loves it so much that he has made the city’s history his job! Working in the Old State Bank and as the director of the Decatur Historic Union Depot brings the Judge a great deal of joy. He can also be found daily at the Historic Decatur Depot and Museum. As a member of a family of historians, these jobs come naturally. The Judge spends his days showing people some of Decatur’s history and supporting our city’s growth and development. Judge Breland himself is Positively Historic!
David Breeland, Historical Resources Manager, Decatur Parks & Recreation
Judge David Breland has a long personal history in Decatur and loves it so much that he has made the city’s history his job! Working in the Old State Bank and as the director of the Decatur Historic Union Depot brings the Judge a great deal of joy. He can also be found daily at the Historic Decatur Depot and Museum. As a member of a family of historians, these jobs come naturally. The Judge spends his days showing people some of Decatur’s history and supporting our city’s growth and development. Judge Breland himself is Positively Historic!
Operating Sessions
Non-Rail Activities
Railfanning and Depot Museum
Convention Timetable
Train Show
June 20 - 23, 2024 Turner-Surles Community Center
702 Sycamore St NW, Decatur, AL 35601
Model Contest
The Contest Room is at the DoubleTree Hotel. The room will be open to view the contest models, except during judging. Bring you favorite model for judging. Award winners will be announced at the banquet, Saturday evening.
Raffle, Silent Auction and White Elephant Table
Numerous excellent model railroad kits, rolling stock and more from major manufacturers will be raffled off during the convention.
There will also be a Silent Auction and a White Elephant Sale.
For more information on items and to donate see the Raffle, Silent Auction and White Elephant Sale page
Non-Rail Activities
Railfanning and Depot Museum
Convention Timetable
Train Show
June 20 - 23, 2024 Turner-Surles Community Center
702 Sycamore St NW, Decatur, AL 35601
Model Contest
The Contest Room is at the DoubleTree Hotel. The room will be open to view the contest models, except during judging. Bring you favorite model for judging. Award winners will be announced at the banquet, Saturday evening.
Raffle, Silent Auction and White Elephant Table
Numerous excellent model railroad kits, rolling stock and more from major manufacturers will be raffled off during the convention.
There will also be a Silent Auction and a White Elephant Sale.
For more information on items and to donate see the Raffle, Silent Auction and White Elephant Sale page
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Last Updated: Tuesday, May 14, 2024