You have to see it to believe it. Located in Flemington, New Jersey, is Northlandz, one of the world’s largest miniature train sets! Northlandz is a bit of a museum, dedicated to all things model train. Whether you or your kids are fascinated by trains or you are just looking for an interesting museum to explore, Northlandz is an awesome place and you won’t believe the scale.

There are over 7 miles of railroad track laid at Northlandz in their 45,000 square foot building.
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Northlandz was started by Bruce William Zaccagnino after he had been building and painting these model trains for decades. In 2007, Northlandz was admitted to the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest scale model train exhibit in the entire world.
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On your visit, you can take a tour through the museum. There is also an outdoor train that is run by a real steam engine. This train ride will take you through the New Jersey countryside on a relic from the nation's past.
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Northlandz also is a popular place for students to go learn about railroads and trains. Northlandz has programs for STEM students, art students, and history students.
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The attention to detail in everything here is truly incredible. With countless bridges spanning over beautifully painted water, mountain, farm, and city landscapes, you'll have trouble grasping just how big and incredible this place is as you explore it.
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Bruce Williams has become famous over the years for his incredible model train sets. He has been on national and international news and once you visit, it's easy to see why.
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You can head to the Nortlandz Official Website to learn more. Be sure to tell us which one of the 100 trains was your favorite!

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