The Miniature Scale World Association brings together model museums and miniature scale collections from across the world.
Whether you operate a large public museum, a private collection open for tours, or a growing attraction, MSWA provides the resources, connections, and support you need to thrive in an evolving industry.
Work together to build sustainable museums that thrive for generations. Share best practices for long-term viability and preservation.
Connect with museum operators nationwide. Share strategies, learn from peers, and build lasting professional relationships that strengthen your operations.
Access proven strategies in maintenance, exhibit preservation, customer service, marketing, operations, and profitability.
Work together to build sustainable museums that thrive for generations. Share best practices for long-term viability and preservation.
Work together to build sustainable museums that thrive for generations. Share best practices for long-term viability and preservation.
Access proven strategies in maintenance, exhibit preservation, customer service, marketing, operations, and profitability.
Connect with museum operators nationwide. Share strategies, learn from peers, and build lasting professional relationships that strengthen your operations.
Our values guide everything we do - from event planning to member support. They define who we are and what MSWA stands for.
We celebrate craftsmanship and technical skill, providing resources, events, and recognition for outstanding achievement in miniature scale modeling.
We support museums and collections in building sustainable operations that thrive for generations, sharing best practices in maintenance, preservation, and long-term viability.
MSWA brings together modelers of all experience levels, creating spaces for collaboration, learning, and shared passion across all scales and subjects.
While respecting tradition, we embrace new technologies, materials, and techniques that advance the art and accessibility of scale modeling.
These pioneering museums helped establish MSWA as the premier association for model and miniature scale attractions. Each founding member brings unique expertise, exceptional collections, and a commitment to preserving heritage while inspiring the next generation of modelers.
Home to one of the largest HO scale model railroad layouts in the country, featuring detailed Colorado mountain scenery and historic railroad operations.
Experience the world's largest model train museum with 25 different displays showcasing every scale, legos, a riding train and fun for kids of all ages.
Visit the world’s largest miniature railroad with over 8 miles of track, 100+ trains, and huge handcrafted landscapes across multiple galleries.
A unique destination celebrating all forms of transportation in miniature, from trains and planes to automobiles and maritime vessels.
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