Genesee Society of Model Engineers

Genesee Society of Model Engineers The G.S.M.E was founded in 1969 by a small group of model railroad enthusiasts in the Batavia, NY area to promote the model railroad hobby and activities.

The G.S.M.E was founded in 1969 by a small group of model railroad enthusiasts in the Batavia, NY area. Early meetings were held at the homes of members. As the club grew, a location was needed for meetings and construction of club layouts. This requirement was met in the early 1980’s by renting the upper floor of a bank in the Village of Oakfield, NY. This location still serves as home to the G.S

.M.E., which now has three operating model railroads in O scale (3-rail), HO scale, and N scale. The club was incorporated in the State of New York in 1979 as a not-for-profit entity. Activities of the society range from layout construction to social events such as field trips, a summer picnic, an open house, and a holiday party. Members have use of an extensive book, magazine and video library including over 350 videos and DVD’s. Each year two train shows are held to financially support our various projects. These shows, now known as The Great Batavia Train Shows, have grown to become the largest model train shows in the Western NY region. The shows have run continuously for over 25 years, and in 2004 we celebrated our 50th train show. Today, the society’s membership is comprised of individuals from six counties who share interests including photography, railroad history, and railfanning in addition to railroad modeling. Membership is currently open, and those interested are invited to visit and learn more about the G.S.M.E.

This past Saturday, we presented our Treasurer and Train Show Chair Mike with a much deserved gift- a brand new Baltimor...
10/08/2025

This past Saturday, we presented our Treasurer and Train Show Chair Mike with a much deserved gift- a brand new Baltimore & Ohio SD9 from Rapido Trains Inc.

If you've been to one of our shows in the last few decades, you have Mike to thank as the primary driving force behind making sure the shows go off without a hitch. It's been his unrelenting effort, and attention to detail that have allowed us to continue to grow our semi-annual shows.

In the last few years Mike has worked particularly hard due to ever changing dates and venues that are not within our control. His effort during this time period, where many others may have given up, have cemented our ability to continue operating as a club at the same level of comfort as we have in the past. We truly appreciate Mike's effort!

If you've ever enjoyed a day at the Great Batavia Train Show, either as a vendor or as patron, please join us by saying thanks to Mike in the comments below!

09/07/2025

Kicking off the train show season today.
CSX has been running some trains through this morning. Vendors are here setting up for our show. It is a great day for trains!

The return of some great modeling resources. Make sure to check them out.
08/23/2025

The return of some great modeling resources. Make sure to check them out.

We’ve got exciting news! With our purchase of ExactRail, we’ve brought back six classic model railroad and railroading magazines — now available for you to read online:

• 1001 Model Railroading Ideas
• Model Builder
• Model Railroading
• Pacific News/Pacific Railnews/Railnews
• Prototype Modeler
• Railmodel Journal

Plus, our advanced search makes it easy to find articles, photos, and topics across all of these publications.

We’re proud to preserve this rich railroading history — and share it with you.

Start exploring today: https://magazines.scaletrains.com/

Paul and Darrin, GSME Members are down in Sidney NY with their GVT modules for their very first Free-Mo meet!
08/08/2025

Paul and Darrin, GSME Members are down in Sidney NY with their GVT modules for their very first Free-Mo meet!

Here is an interesting modeling project for a unique MOW vehicle.
08/06/2025

Here is an interesting modeling project for a unique MOW vehicle.

05/07/2025

Last night we had some post war NW-2 Switchers running on the Hi Rail layout!

While times are uncertain for any industry, it's important to put differences aside and stand together. Take the time an...
05/01/2025

While times are uncertain for any industry, it's important to put differences aside and stand together. Take the time and watch this message from multiple manufacturers. And don't forget we are all in this hobby together!

The following message is not political. It is brought to you by the Hobby Industry Coalition, comprised of various hobby manufacturers, publications and dist...

04/12/2025

This video features the Hi-Rail layout at the club! We have some movement on our upper part of the layout heading back to the yard!

02/14/2025

Here is a clip of two club members running their engines on the HO layout from this past Tuesday night up at the club!

I've dug out my accumulated Bowser MFG CO INC RoadRailer kits. Plan is to have them to run on the club layout.
02/01/2025

I've dug out my accumulated Bowser MFG CO INC RoadRailer kits. Plan is to have them to run on the club layout.

01/18/2025

We had some running action of the Genesee and Wyoming on the HO layout during this Mornings run session!

Great day for a train show. You'll find many of our regular vendors as well as several new ones.Doors open at 9.We'll s...
01/12/2025

Great day for a train show. You'll find many of our regular vendors as well as several new ones.

Doors open at 9.

We'll see you here.

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50 Main Street (Upstairs)
Oakfield, NY
14125

Opening Hours

Tuesday 6pm - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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