Most model railroaders are as much collectors, if not more, than they are operators.
I at least display mine, too.
I'm currently working on a module diorama that will be as accurate to the real thing as possible.
It was well photographed in the 50's and I am working from photos and talking to old guys were there taking the photos.
I am modeling the iconic willow tree as accurately as I can to match the real thing. (shown here partially complete)
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3d modeled, printed, and painted the shed last night. just needs some white paint. next, I need to make the outhouse which is visible at far left.
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and this is a pretty well known photo by O. Winston Link, taken under the tree. If you look under my tree, you can see the picnic table the crew is sitting on in this photo.