quote:The issue is whether opening-up the event to the general public might increase interest in trains and help augment membership in the TCA.
I have two answers:
1 - I don't think so. There are plenty of open shows for the general public, and there is little at the York train show to entire someone who isn't already interested in toy and model trains.
2 - not every TCA function has to be used for recruitment. the TCA is allowed to conduct events that are for the members.
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Train Collectors Association Mission Statement:
"To develop an appreciation of and to preserve an important segment of history - Tinplate Toy Trains - through research, education, community outreach, fellowship, establishment of collecting standards, and to promote the growth and enjoyment of collecting and operating toy, model and scale trains."
