Build. Connect. Learn.
Have Fun!
Build something amazing together!
In the Piedmont Pizza Express program, parents and kids team up to design and build a fully working 24×24-inch pizza-box-sized electric model railroad. It’s hands-on, playful, and full of “we built this together!” moments.
How it
Works
Families create together in six 90-minute build classes, spaced two weeks apart, guided by friendly modeling specialists. The environment is welcoming, supportive, and designed for shared discovery and fun.
Why Families Love It
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Builds Confidence: Kids experience the pride of completing a project start to finish
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Sparks Growth: Encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and learning side-by-side
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Creates Community: Families connect, collaborate and share ideas and inspiration
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Unleashes Creativity: Trains, scenery, colors, and textures bring imagination to life
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Easy to Jump In: No prior experience, special skills, or memberships needed
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Great for All Ages: Kids 5 to 15 shine - 8 to 12 sparkle! - and parents beam!!
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Comprehensive: Includes track, scenic materials, and step-by-step guidance
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Room to Grow: Program graduates qualify to repeat, or go bigger and bolder
New and
Built on Experience
Piedmont Pizza Express will launch in Atlanta with a pilot program later in 2026 that's modeled after a program the NMRA Northern Utah Division has been fine-tuning for 20+ years - 2,000 pizza layouts and counting. Wow!
Tell Me More!
Keep on track! Subscribe for updates on the Piedmont Pizza Express Program and detail of other community education and engagement opportunities from the Piedmont Division:
Your Own Model Railroad in Six 90-Minute Workshop Steps
Master the fundamentals of geometry and planning as you sketch your first model railroad universe.
Your Version of This ...
From initial design to the first steam chuff or diesel roar, we guide families through the rewarding journey of model railroading.
* Piedmont Pizza Express is a family activity for participants of all ages, but sign-ups to receive program updates must be completed by someone 18 or older. Thanks.
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