LENA — The Depot Stove Gang Model Railroad Club recently announces its 33rd Annual Model Railroad Show and Swap Meet March 18-19. 

There will be over 26,000 square feet of operating displays, railroad memorabilia and model railroad merchandise. The show is held in three gymnasiums: Lena-Winslow Elementary, Junior High and High School gymnasiums and cafeterias. This is a great event for kids of all ages. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 19. There is still room for a few vendors and exhibitors.

Lunch is available both days in the Elementary Cafeteria. Lena is located just one mile north of U.S. Route 20 on Illinois 73. Directional signs will be posted to guide you to 401 Fremont Street in Lena. Lena is approximately two hours west of Chicago, 1 1/4 hours south of Madison and one hour east of Dubuque, Iowa. 

The Depot Stove Gang Show is rated as one of the nicest and largest shows in the Midwest. The 2019 Show was another great year for exhibits, vendors, and operating displays. Rain, sleet, ice or snow, the show will still be a go. The show and parking are free, but will depend on donations to continue this show. Free-will donations are greatly appreciated at the elementary entrance.  

The Depot Stove Gang is an Illinois not-for Profit Organization registered with the Illinois Secretary of State. 

For further information, as well as, other area information and attractions including lodging, please contact the Greater Freeport Partnership at 815-233-1350.