Associated Model Railroads of Columbia

AMROC, The Associated Model Railroads of Columbia, is a unique Columbia attraction that allows the local community and visitors from out of town to enjoy the world's greatest hobby! Learn more about AMROC in the details below and make plans to visit this family friendly Columbia attraction.

Associated Model Railroads of Columbia
AMROC
1800 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201
www.amroc.org

AMROC is an organization of approximately 30 members who build and operate the G, O and S, HO, and N scale club layouts. Some members confine their efforts to one gauge; others participate in the construction and operation of several gauges. Every Thursday evening at 7:30PM, AMROC is open to the public FREE of charge to provide advice on modeling, to provide advice on servicing model trains, to allow model train watching, and to allow the public to run some of their trains!

AMROC will often give a throttle to a guest, especially young engineers, to run one of the AMROC trains themselves. They also generally allow guests of all ages to bring and run their own equipment. Whether you have a young fellow that wants to try his Thomas on the 'big' layout, or you are a seasoned hobbyist trying out your newest masterpiece, AMROC invites you to join them on a Thursday night! 

The AMROC clubroom is found on the lower floor of the historic Arsenal Hill Building which is located at 1800 Lincoln Street,   Columbia, SC. The original structure was built in 1850 as an arsenal to manufacture guns and bladed weapons - initially for the state militia and later for the Confederate armies. After its destruction in 1865 by General Sherman, the arsenal was rebuilt and housed the Palmetto Iron Works. Today, AMROC members meet in this building to hold their monthly business meetings and as a place to set up our their modular layouts for Open House events throughout the year.

Check out some of AMROC pictures below and make plans to visit them on a Thursday night to experience the world's greatest hobby! Visit their website www.amroc.org for additional information about special holiday shows throughout the year.

Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events

2012 SC Book Festival

Mark your calendar for another exciting Columbia event coming up in May 2012! The state-wide SC Book Festival celebrates its 16th Anniversary as the state's premier literary event in 2012. This special event is FREE and open to the public on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Take a glance at the event details listed below and plan ahead to enjoy this event with family members and friends!

2012 SC Book Festival 
May 19, 2012 from 10AM to 5PM
May 20, 2012 from 12PM to 4PM
www.scbookfestival.org


The SC Book Festival is a premier literary event in the state of South Carolina. The Festival features over 70 authors in readings, solo presentations, panel discussions, and book signings. There is also an Exhibit Hall filled with book sellers and community organizations. Featured authors will have books available for purchase. For additional information about the presentation schedule, please click here. In addition, there are over 80 exhibitors, including an Antiquarian Book Fair, selling books and book-related items. Even children will enjoy this spectacular Columbia event in the Children's Pavilion that offers children's activities and a Summer Reading Station all weekend long! The best part? This festival is FREE and open to the public on Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The Convention Center is located at 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, South Carolina.

In addition to a weekend full of free activities, there will be featured workshops at various locations around the Columbia area during the day on Friday, May 18th. These special events will be offered for a nominal registration fee. The Exhibits will be closed to the general public on Friday, May 18th because this day features registered, ticketed only events. You can check the ticketed event schedule for more information.

The SC Book Festival is gearing up for a spectacular 2012 event. There will be free festival book bags to the first 100 attendees, giveaways and a chance to enter drawings for free books and gifts all day long, and free door prize giveaways in the afternoon sessions. Click 'play' on the video below to learn more about the SC Book Festival and start making your plans to attend this Columbia event in May 2012!



Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events