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I'm pleased to announce that the long awaited model of the Tacoma Union Station will be unveiled on the eve of Model Train Festival.   

If you are in the area, you are welcome to join us for the unveiling of the model and presentation to the builder, Gail Hendrickson.     

The unveiling ceremony will take place at the Washington State History Museum on Thursday December 20th, 2018 at 7 pm.  This is a free admission (after 3pm) day. 

Gail has been working on the model for 17 years.  Yes, 17 long years.   It is simply a masterpiece.  The craftsmanship and details are just outstanding.  This has to be among the best HO Scale models ever built. 

If you can't get down to the museum, this preview slideshow might give you an idea of it's importance. 

After the unveiling, I'll post some photos of the completed model. 

 

Steve Carter
Gig Harbor, WA
My Photography



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 12/13/18 20:47 by DelMonteX.

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So how long does Model Train Fest run?

Thanks for sharing this. I have never seen the Tacoma Depot in real life but I know that what you have here is a real work of art.
It is truly an amazing piece of craftsmanship. Kudos to the modeler and those who will present it to the world.

Bob Krieger
Cheyenne, WY

Is this done with the carbon printing machine?

Jaw-dropping and stunning!

We were there a few years ago; it's now a courthouse.

Thanks for the post!

John Acosta
Palm Springs, CA

BigDave Wrote:
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> So how long does Model Train Fest run?

December 21st through Jan 1st.  Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.  10 am to 5 pm. 

Steve Carter
Gig Harbor, WA
My Photography

tomstp Wrote:
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> Is this done with the carbon printing machine?

ahh, No.   The only thing he didn't build, were the window mullions, stair railings and fence.  These were done by a local company, NW Etch, from plans provided by Gail.  Gail could have done them, but we might have been another  5 years waiting. 

Steve Carter
Gig Harbor, WA
My Photography

Superb video of an excellent model. BTW, for a long time I have come to believe that there is a great market opportunity for improved models of humans in the hobby.

Bill Deaver
Tehachapi, CA

That is most impressive.  Great work!

As a long time practicing registered Architect and model railroader, I'm extremely. Impressed 
with the coverall level of detail and superior quality of this station model. I'm totally impressed and
look forward to its integration with the track side completion.

Good Lord, that is impressive and priceless.