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LCCA Announces 2nd Convention Hotel!

Early registrations for the 2020 LCCA convention in Omaha have been tremendous, resulting in room nights selling out at the host Hilton hotel. The LCCA has oversold its block of rooms for the week of our convention at the $139 rate. At this time, many of these are still available, however, our 2020 registrations continue to exceed prior years’ conventions. If you are planning to attend, you are encouraged to register for the convention and the Hilton hotel ASAP to avoid being disappointed. more

LCCA Opens up 4 Additional Tours!

The LCCA's 50th Annual Convention is shaping up to be one of our most attended Conventions. Current registration trends have attendance well above prior years. Tours and Events are quickly filling up and as of early March, a number of tours have already been completely sold out. The LCCA now has announced that sold out tours have been augmented by similar tours now open. Check out these tours at our web store! more

Are you ready for one of the best Lionel Collectors Conventions?

Are you ready for one of the best Lionel Collectors Conventions? We will be celebrating our 50th Convention. Can you believe it, LCCA is turning 50! This promises to be one of the best Conventions, with great excursions, special offerings in our company store, a packed and fun trading hall and a exciting banquet on Saturday Night. Please save the dates: July 19-25, 2020 in Omaha, Nebraska. more

More About Omaha and the Durham Museum - A Tour?

One of the many highlights of our 2020 convention host city is the Durham Museum. Located in Omaha’s Union Station the museum offers a unique look at the history and culture of the region and its inhabitants. more

Hi, I'm Bob. I'm a bridge.

Hi, I'm Bob. I'm a bridge. more

WHERE WERE YOU IN 1970? WHERE WILL YOU BE IN 2020?

Read as Convention Manager Bob Carter explains a little history and remembers the last 50 years of both the United States and the LCCA. more

Registration for the LCCA 50th Annual Convention is now open!

Registration for the LCCA 50th Annual Convention opens Tuesday February 11th. Log on with your member password and go to the store. Click on Omaha Convention to register. A few Tours are limited, so sign up early. Below are links to specific Convention Registration. more

Lionel, LLC Sponsors Virtual Online Seminar for LCCA Members

The club’s namesake company, Lionel, LLC has announced its sponsorship of a virtual online seminar for LCCA members! Similar to the tradition we celebrate every year at our convention, Lionel will host the seminar on July 13, 2020, from 3 to 4 PM Eastern Time. more

LCCA Regrettably Cancels 2021 Scranton Convention

In an e-blast from LCCA President Harry Hampson, he formally announced that the LCCA BOD in an abundance of caution decided to cancel the July LCCA 51th annual convention in Scranton. While the covid pandemic seems to be mastered by the vaccine, input from state and Federal health official recommendations indicated that July is too soon to have such a large gathering in closed spaces like trains and banquet facilities. more

51st Anniversary Scranton Convention Blog - #LCCA50+1

This blog is the continuing update for information on LCCA 2021 Convention, our 51st, the first time in LCCA history we the opportunity to celebrate 2 years at one convention.. Come back often for updates and current status of the convention being held July 18-24 in Scranton. Remember (#LCCA50+1) more

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