For generations there has been a Christmas tradition to have a model train under the Christmas tree. In today’s economy along with the difficulty of finding model trains in standard retail stores and having limited space in homes, this tradition is getting more difficult to continue. At the Colorado Model Railroad Museum, we understand the desire to keep traditions alive and have created an environment where grandparents can bring their grandkids to enjoy trains during the holiday season.
Model Trains
The Colorado Model Railroad Museum was opened in 2009 by entrepreneur David Trussell who wanted to create an immersive
model railroad experience to bring joy to people through the hobby. The museum delights visitors from around the world all year, but there is something special about Christmas and trains. The holidays bring out the child in us all and the museum has added many family-themed events this year.
Kick off the season at the museum with a visit from Santa on Saturday, November 25th, from 10am -1pm and then enjoy Downtown Greeley’s WinterFest events with shopping in downtown Greeley and Light Up Lincoln which is the lighting of Lincoln Park. The next weekend, on Saturday, December 2nd, the CMRM celebrates National Lionel Trains Day with activities for everyone. Santa will be at the museum a few more times – Dec 9th from 10am-1pm, Dec 22 from 5-7pm and Dec 23 from 10am -1pm and 5-7pm. Call to reserve your visit with that jolly elf!
The Museum is hosting Grandparent’s Weekend December 16-17th, where the museum is offering grandparents $2 off admission when they mention “50 Plus Marketplace News” at check in. Let the parents do their holiday shopping while you enjoy our miniature wonderland with your favorite kids!
For the holidays, there are additional museum hours during the Christmas Break with the museum being open daily, beginning December 19th – 31st, except for Christmas and New Years Day. Please check the website at www.cmrm.org for details about all events. Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve we are open 10am – 2pm.
All through December there are fun events in downtown Greeley which can be found on www.greeleydowntown.com under special events.