University Center Model Train - Jacksonville, FL
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Marine Biologist
N 30° 15.650 W 081° 30.144
17R E 451671 N 3347795
Quick Description: A model train set is on permanent display on the second floor at the University Center at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida, USA.
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 3/13/2010 5:53:56 PM
Waymark Code: WM8CVR
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member Team Farkle 7
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Long Description:
This model train railroad is a tabletop display with a plexiglass cover. It was designed and constructed by The Train Works of Jacksonville, Florida. It is located on the second floor of the University Center at the top of the staircase leading from the first to the second floor. The display features a railroad yard with some industrial operations that include a grain elevator.
Scale: N scale-1:148

What is the herald of the layout? (Is there a featured railroad line(s) for the layout):
Several different railroad lines are featured, including CSX Railroad; Louisville and Nashville Railroad; Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway; Chesapeake and Ohio Railway; and Meridian and Bigbee Railroad.

What is the theme of the layout?:
Switching yard and industrial.

What is the era of the layout? (What time period does the layout depict?):
20th or 21st century.

Is there an admission fee? If so how much..:
There is no admission fee.

Is this location handicap accessible?: Yes

What type of location is this layout found in? ( Museum, Club, Hobby Shop, Business, Manufacturer,..:
University building

Layout Website: Not listed
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