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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

2020 50th LCCA Convention Registration Gift

This year's gift for those members registering for the 2020 LCCA Annual Convention in Omaha and staying for 3 nights at the Host Hotel will be a custom Lionel produced illuminated UP Mint car with a silver bullion load. more

LCCA to Hold its 50th Annual Convention in Omaha!

Founded in 1854, the city of Omaha has always been a dynamic, energetic city continually transforming itself. Whether it was the Native American Indian tribes, pioneers, railroad laborers or meat packers, everyone who came to call Omaha home helped shape its current cultural diversity, hard work ethic, and friendly demeanor. Named after an American Indian Tribe, Omaha means "Those going against the wind or current", Omahans proudly continue to live up to the name. more

50th Anniversary Convention Blog - #LCCA2020

This blog is the continuing update for information on LCCA 2020 Convention, our 50th! Come back often for updates and current status of the convention. Remember #LCCA2020 more

The #LCCA50+1 Convention Is Just Around The Corner

Here we are, as this is being written, it’s approaching Christmas, 2020. And we all know what kind of year this has been, right? One of uncertainty, disbelief, confusion, sadness, happiness, joy, well, you name it. I think I’ve just about covered them all. But hanging out there is one certainty, and that is we are planning one BIG Convention Splash in the Electric City, Scranton, PA for July 2021. more

Convention Registration is OPEN!

The LCCA 50th Anniversary Convention in Omaha has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 Virus. See you in Scranton in July 2021 (#LCCA50+1) Registration for the 50th Annual LCCA Convention is now open online for those planning to attend the Omaha Convention. Log on as a member and go to the store. more