James Valley Model Railroad Association

James Valley Model Railroad Association The JVMRRA was established in 1987 in Aberdeen, South Dakota, to promote model railroading and serve aficionados of the "Hub City's" great railroading history.

The James Valley Model Railroad Association was formed on November 3, 1987 when a group of twenty-two model railroad buffs met in the Northwest Public Service meeting room. The Association charter was adapted and signed by twenty-two members on February 15, 1988. Ten of these original members are still active in the association today.

06/01/2026

The Oakes model railroad club is hosting an open house Saturday June 13 from noon until 4. This is a new club and worth a visit to view their HO layout under construction. They are on facebook.

Geno as been hard at work on this customer built grain elevator. He recreated the Faulkton grain elevator to install at ...
04/18/2026

Geno as been hard at work on this customer built grain elevator. He recreated the Faulkton grain elevator to install at a grain terminal on our second level expansion. Almost all of the scenery on the o scale tables have been created solely by him. Keep up the good work Geno!

What I did while stuck home during the storm. MDC kits of FMC 4700 cuft covered hoppers.
04/05/2026

What I did while stuck home during the storm. MDC kits of FMC 4700 cuft covered hoppers.

03/30/2026
Aberdeen now
03/20/2026

Aberdeen now

Open House Saturday March 28th, 11 to 4. Come see what's new!🕚 Doors open at 11:00 AM🕓 Event ends at 4:00 PM📍 Free admi...
03/17/2026

Open House Saturday March 28th, 11 to 4. Come see what's new!

🕚 Doors open at 11:00 AM
🕓 Event ends at 4:00 PM
📍 Free admission | Family-friendly | Wheelchair accessible

Come explore our layouts and see the exciting progress on our O scale expansion project, plus the latest updates to our detailed HO layout! Whether you're a long-time model railroading enthusiast or just curious, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Interested in joining the club? We'd love to chat! Message us here on Facebook or speak with any of our friendly members during the event.

All aboard for a great time—hope to see you there!

I weathered this Athearn HO covered hopper to emulate those that I have seen come through Aberdeen after some years of t...
03/02/2026

I weathered this Athearn HO covered hopper to emulate those that I have seen come through Aberdeen after some years of transporting fertilizer. How did I do?

02/20/2026

The Aberdeen Area Veterans Organization who have purchased the former Milwaukee depot will have a representative at our upcoming open house, February 21st. Stop by and learn about their exciting plan for the future of the depot and for programs for our veterans.

Open House Saturday February 21, 11 to 4. Come see what's new!🕚 Doors open at 11:00 AM🕓 Event ends at 4:00 PM📍 Free adm...
02/17/2026

Open House Saturday February 21, 11 to 4. Come see what's new!

🕚 Doors open at 11:00 AM
🕓 Event ends at 4:00 PM
📍 Free admission | Family-friendly | Wheelchair accessible

Come explore our layouts and see the exciting progress on our O scale expansion project, plus the latest updates to our detailed HO layout! Whether you're a long-time model railroading enthusiast or just curious, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Interested in joining the club? We'd love to chat! Message us here on Facebook or speak with any of our friendly members during the event.

All aboard for a great time—hope to see you there!

The Great Northern Empire Builder has arrived at the club.
01/31/2026

The Great Northern Empire Builder has arrived at the club.

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10 RAILROAD Avenue SW SUITE 300
Aberdeen, SD
57401

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