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CTTF is growing and would love for you to visit our museum

CTTF has expanded and has more to show in the museum portion of our facility.  CTTF has a modular 'O' gauge layout, a large 'HO' layout, a fun to watch 'N' gauge layout and has recently acquired a computerized and self-running 'O' gauge layout.  Visitors are welcome to use the layouts or simply stop by and watch them in operation.  


There are many static displays to see.  Shelves of Lionel trains cover the walls.  Examples of older and different scales of model trains are in display cases around the facility.  


At the moment, the museum is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays during auctions and seminars.   

Mission Statement of the Colorado Toy Train Foundation

 The Colorado Toy Train Foundation is dedicated to providing an educational experience to the public encompassing the history of toy and model trains and operation of toy trains while promoting the hobby of toy train collection and operation.


· It will be the mission of the Foundation to document the evolution and colorful history of toy train manufacturing and marketing.


· The Foundation will both display and actively operate a wide variety of toy and model trains in various gauges and scales for the enjoyment and enlightenment of the general public.


· The Foundation will provide education to the public regarding collecting and operating toy trains through periodic seminars and demonstrations.


· The Foundation will teach model railroading basic skills including: design of train layouts, construction of model railroad benchwork, electrical wiring techniques, creation of realistically-modeled scenic terrain and miniature structure building with a special emphasis on youthful enthusiasts.

Close-up of boxed Lionel trains and accessories for enthusiasts and hobbyists.

The Colorado Toy Train Foundation wants you to know that the contact person for anyone interested in selling or auctioning trains through the 

Colorado Toy Train Foundation is now our President John Cullen.


He can be reached by phone at   303-877-6799 or by email at coloradotoytrains@msn.com 

2026 CTTF Auction Dates

Lionel boxed train sets and accessories ready for setup or collection.

  Date                                        Gauge                                           Location    

September 12, 2026       O & S Gauge Auction          CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

October 3, 2026                HO, N & Z Gauge Auction CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

November 14, 2026        O, S & G Gauge Auction      CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

2026 CTTF Seminars

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See the CTTF 2026 seminar schedule below   We have had to reschedule our Lionel GP7 and GP9 seminar.  We expect to have a new date for it very soon.  We will also show off our expanded facility at that time.  The progress on our expansion is stunning and we are sure you will be impressed! 

Date                                Seminar                                                   Location    

TBD                                 Lionel GP7 and GP9                       CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

TBD                                  Lionel Collection Series              CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

August 15, 2026       Lionel Collection Series              CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

Sept. 26, 2026            Terrain Workshop                          CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

October 17, 2026     Lionel Collection Series             CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

November 7, 2026   Landscaping Workshop              CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood

December 5, 2026   Structures and Detailing            CTTF Headquarters 171 S. Van Gordon, Lakewood


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stop by the Cttf store

After your visit to the museum or a session with club members, stop by the store and check out the latest items picked out for special sale.  

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browse the cttf library

 Want to read a good book?  Our library is well stocked with books on model and real trains. 

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