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Kids Run Trains Kids Run Trains inspires the next generation by putting the throttle in kids’ hands.

Through hands-on fun, family connection, and Lionel model trains, we spark creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of trains. KRT is a model train club effort focused on introducing the hobby to families through interactive and hands-on exhibits. KRT will provide educational opportunities related to the hobby to groups such as the Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, or Girl Scouts or through an after school enrichment program with Southeastern Elementary School in Chesapeake

Why KRT?
-Because running trains is fun!
-Promotes the growth of the hobby
-Reconnects adults with their childhood memories
-There is no group in Hampton Roads that specifically address kids

Ever wondered why railroad crossings have flashing lights and gates? Model railroads offer a fun way to explore how real...
10/17/2026

Ever wondered why railroad crossings have flashing lights and gates?

Model railroads offer a fun way to explore how real railroads protect people and vehicles.

At Kids Run Trains, even the little details can become big learning opportunities. 🚦

What is your favorite working railroad accessory?

🚨 FUTURE MODEL RAILROADERS WANTED! 🚨Kids Run Trains is looking for new members and families!Our mission is to introduce ...
09/29/2026

🚨 FUTURE MODEL RAILROADERS WANTED! 🚨

Kids Run Trains is looking for new members and families!

Our mission is to introduce young people to model railroading through a fun, interactive, hands-on experience.
🚂 Run trains
🔧 Learn how they work
🏗️ Help with layouts
🤝 Meet other train enthusiasts
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy the hobby as a family

We’re proud to be supported by Lionel as we work to grow the next generation of model railroaders.

📩 Interested? Send Kids Run Trains a Facebook message and come run trains with us!

Time for a model railroad question!You have an empty 4' × 8' table and enough track for your first layout.What is the ON...
09/27/2026

Time for a model railroad question!

You have an empty 4' × 8' table and enough track for your first layout.

What is the ONE thing your railroad absolutely has to have?
🚉 Station?
🌉 Bridge?
🚇 Tunnel?
🏭 Industry?
🚂 Engine terminal?

Tell us in the comments! 👇

Someone introduced each of us to the things we love.For model railroaders, maybe it was a parent, grandparent, friend—or...
09/25/2026

Someone introduced each of us to the things we love.

For model railroaders, maybe it was a parent, grandparent, friend—or that first train running around the Christmas tree.

Kids Run Trains exists to make that introduction for another generation.

We’re proud to have Lionel’s support as we work to keep the hobby growing.

Running around the mainline is fun—but can you build the right train?Switching a rail yard takes planning, patience, and...
09/23/2026

Running around the mainline is fun—but can you build the right train?

Switching a rail yard takes planning, patience, and problem solving.

Move the cars.
Line the switches.
Build your train.
Then hit the mainline!

🚂 Model railroading makes problem solving fun.

You don’t need a huge layout.You don’t need to know everything about trains.And you definitely don’t need to be an exper...
09/21/2026

You don’t need a huge layout.

You don’t need to know everything about trains.

And you definitely don’t need to be an expert.

Every model railroader started with one train and a little curiosity.

If your family is interested in the hobby, Kids Run Trains would love to have you join us.

Mountains, tunnels, bridges and trains winding through the countryside…A model railroad starts with track, but imaginati...
09/19/2026

Mountains, tunnels, bridges and trains winding through the countryside…

A model railroad starts with track, but imagination determines where it goes next.

That combination of creativity and hands-on fun is one reason we want to introduce more kids to the hobby.

Sometimes the trains aren’t even the kids’ favorite part!One of the great traditions of Lionel railroading is the operat...
09/17/2026

Sometimes the trains aren’t even the kids’ favorite part!

One of the great traditions of Lionel railroading is the operating accessory.

Push a button and suddenly the layout comes alive.
🚦 Signals change
📦 Freight gets loaded
🏗️ Equipment starts moving

Interactive railroading is a big part of the fun at Kids Run Trains.

ALL ABOARD!There’s something impressive about a long passenger train pulling into a busy model railroad station.From cla...
09/15/2026

ALL ABOARD!

There’s something impressive about a long passenger train pulling into a busy model railroad station.

From classic streamliners to modern passenger trains, they’re a great way to explore railroad history through the hobby.

🚂 Where would your model train take you?

For generations, the sight of a Lionel train has brought kids running to the layout.The locomotives have changed.The tec...
09/13/2026

For generations, the sight of a Lionel train has brought kids running to the layout.

The locomotives have changed.

The technology has changed.

The controls have changed.

The excitement hasn’t.

Kids Run Trains is proud to help carry that tradition forward.

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