This is the home of the Kalmbach Memorial Library, the research library of the National Model Railroad Association. We have an extensive collection of model and prototype railroad books, periodicals, photos, videos and reference materials available to you, so that you can conduct your railroad-related research in a nice, comfortable environment. We also provide research and photocopy services for your convenience, as well as video rentals, photo duplications, and used book and magazine sales. Look around and see how we may be able to help you. Our contact information is listed in the "About Us" section.

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Latest News:
December 28, 2007 - Surplus book list updated. See under "Duplicates for Sale" or click here for a direct link.
July 23, 2007 - Surplus book list updated. See under "Duplicates for Sale" or click here for a direct link.
July 9, 2007 - Clinic Video list updated; added 36 DVDs w/ clinics from National Conventions. See under "Our Collection" or click here for a direct link.
May 17, 2007 - Surplus book list updated. See under "Duplicates for Sale" or click here for a direct link.
May 14, 2007 - Videos for Rent updated, now 754 prototype, 155 modeling, and 53 clinic videos!
March 14, 2007 - Surplus book list updated. See under "Duplicates for Sale" or click here for a direct link.
October 11, 2006 - Photo listings can now be emailed to you in PDF format. See "Our Collection" for examples and more information.
October 3, 2006 - Videos For Rent are now available in PDF format. Click on "Our Collection" and select "Videos For Rent" from the links at the top of the page.
August 22, 2006 - Publications page updated with Freight Car book, plus 2005 and 2006 clinic books.
August 21, 2006 - Instructions for ordering Porter photos on Our Collection.