The NMRA is an association of like-minded hobbyists enjoying the World’s Greatest Hobby. As a member you will have access to all the perks that the organization has to offer. From National Conventions to local open houses and prototype tours. There is always something in the works for NMRA members.
The North Central Region encompasses all of the lower peninsula of Michigan (except Berrien and Cass Counties) the Eastern upper peninsula of Michigan, Northwest Ohio and Northeast Indiana. Our region has nine active divisions, serving members throughout the region. Click here to find your local division.
Why Join the NMRA?
- Discounts on model railroad materials
- NMRA Online Archives
- Online Video Library
- NMRA Magazine
- Access to member events
- Meet new friends
- Be part of a community
- And so much more…
Click here to Join Now On-line!
Your Local Connection to the NMRA – The North Central Region (NCR) is centered over the Great Lakes States of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. The NCR is split into 9 divisions serving our members locally with meetings, support groups, tours and much more.
The North Central Region publishes a quarterly newsletter, called The HotBox, that is available online. The most recent issues are listed below.
- The HotBox – Spring 2026 Vol 67 No 1
Railfanning – The Southern Belt Railroad of Jim Shirreffs
GRAND RAILS 2026 Convention News
Division One 2026 Spring Modelers Meet information
Seamless Aluminum Backdrop (part 2)
Building C&O Signals
History – Compound Steam Locomotives
Division News – Events Listing – AP Awards – and more….!
- the HotBox winter 2025 vol 66 no 4
- Railfanning – Kevin Guthrie’s CSX Coal Branch
- Grand Rails 2026 Convention Info
- Division One 2026 Modelers Meet Info
- Seamless Aluminum Backdrop
- Build a Railroad Tug – part 3
- That Erie Boxcar
- NCR Board Meeting Report
- Railroad History, Events, Division News and more……..