

NYCSHS 2027 Annual Convention - Springfield
(In partnership with the New England/Northeast Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet)
When: Thursday thru Sunday - May 20 - 23, 2027
Where: Sheraton Springfield Monrach Place Hotel - One Monarch Place - Springfield, MA 01144 [Map]
Cost: See details below (to be provided at future date)


Our Current 2027 NYCSHS Convention Schedule of Events (as of 6/27/2026)
As we will be in partnership with the New England/Northeast Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet, our 2027 convention will depart somewhat from its usual format. However, we feel that this arrangement will allow for some exciting and rewarding presentations featuring information about the B&A, NYCS, and modeling.
Here is our initial tentative schedule. There will be more information to follow, as it is confirmed:
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5:00 PM Check-in & Registration
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Presentations - TBD
Thursday
20
May
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8:00 AM Check-in & Registration
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Presentations throughout the day - Stay tuned for details
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Collinwood Shop, Vendors, and Model Display room open
Friday
21
May
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8:00 AM Check-in & Registration
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Presentations throughout the day - Stay tuned for details
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Collinwood Shop, Vendors, and Model Display room open
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No-host reception, Banquet (w/guest speaker, Mr. Kelly Lynch - FWRHS), and Annual Business meeting
Saturday
22
May
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All-scale train and memorabilia show - Bring your unwanted treasures
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Presentations - Covering various aspects of New York Central history and modeling
- Afternoon Self-guided Layout Tours
Sunday
23
May
Cost
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Registration - Registration cost will be the same for NYCSHS members and non-members and is presently $TBD/person. This includes ALL activities including our Saturday train excursion and evening banquet.
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Click here to download our registration mail-in form (to be provided at future date)
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Click here to register online (to be provided at future date)
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Accommodations - Rates at the Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel in Springfield MA are as posted on the hotel website (plus taxes and hotel fees). Reservations can be made in the following two ways:
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By phone - Call 413-781-1010 then press 1 to talk to the front desk
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Online (to be provided at future date)
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Should the Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel be sold out, below is a list of and contact information for nearby hotels you can consider for part or all of your stay in Springfield and attendance of the NYCSHS Annual Convention:
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*IMPORTANT: To qualify for the reduced room rates listed above when making your hotel reservation by phone, you MUST:
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Make your reservations by [date TBD]
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Ask to book your room(s) in the "New York Central System" block
You are responsible for making your own reservations. They are NOT included in the convention registration.

New York Central System Historical Society
