Dear N-Scale Hobbyists & Friends,
We hope this message finds you well.
We all felt the profound loss of Erik Seidelmann last week. Erik was the heart of our club, and he brought so much joy and dedication to our Annual N-Scale Gathering.
To ensure Erik’s spirit continues to be a part of what we do, we have decided to rename the event in his honor.
It will now be called: Erik Seidelmann’s N-Scale Gathering
Erik loved this event, and it only feels right to dedicate this year's gathering—
and all future ones—to him. We hope this change allows us to celebrate the wonderful person we were lucky enough to know.
After following years of success, we are thrilled to announce the continuation of the N-Scale Gathering!
The event will bring together the N-Scale community to collaborate, share insights, run trains & most importantly have fun.
Focusing on running trains and socializing, there will be limited storefront vendors with the focus on individual and clubs sales and swap.
Please mark your calendars:
Title: Erik Seidelmann’s N-Scale Gathering
Location: Donald E Wilson Community Center -
425 Brooke Ave, Magnolia, NJ 08049
Date: May 1-3, 2026
Times: See below
Public Admission: FREE
Event Cost: To be split everything evenly between participating clubs & everyone pays for their own extra activities, food, lodging, etc.
Additional tables will be required for event to be provided by clubs/individuals and/or rented by sponsor.
All proceeds from event will benefit the Magnolia Historical Society
Sponsor: Magnolia Historical Society
Coordinating Host: New Jersey Southern
Friday, May 1, 2026 (Exhibitors & Vendors Only)
-Building Opens at 8:00 AM, and closes at approximately 9:00 PM (No Public Access)
Saturday, May 2, 2026 (First Day)
- Doors open at 8:00 AM for Exhibitors.
- The show is open to the public starting at 9:00 AM, and closes to the public at 4:00 PM.
- Starting at 4:00 PM, vendors and exhibitors are permitted to run trains freely on layouts & socialize until 9:00PM. (or Jason from NJS drops)
Sunday, May 3, 2026 (Second Day)
- Doors open at 8:00 AM for Exhibitors.
- The show is open to the public starting at 9:00 AM, and closes to the public at 3:00 PM.
- At 3:00 PM, the doors close to the public, and layout and vendor cleanup begins.
Some information about this year's new location, Magnolia, NJ:
Magnolia, NJ, is a small borough in Camden County, Southern New Jersey, situated in the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area, offering a suburban feel with easy access to both cities via major roads like the White Horse Pike (Route 30) and nearby I-295/76, making it convenient for commuters to Philadelphia or Atlantic City while retaining a close-knit, friendly community atmosphere. "One Square Mile of Friendliness" town motto.
Some information about this year's sponsor, Magnolia Historical Society:
http://www.magnoliatrainstation.com/about-us.htmlBeing in the greater Philadelphia Area metropolitan area, there are many options for Lodging & Food. Here are some search links:
Lodging Ideas:
google.com/travel/search?q=hotels%20near%20magnolia%20nj&gFood Ideas:
https://www.google.com/search?q=restaurants+near+magnolia+njWe hope to see you there. Additional information will be communicated as we approach event date.
Best Regards,
New Jersey Southern & Magnolia Historical Society
