A bit more about us
For the modeler,
by the modeler,
since 1999
Since 1999, the Central Georgia Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet has been focused on providing a space for modelers to meet, display their work, and most importantly, engage with each other. From our roots in Port Wentworth, GA in 1999 until today, we have tried to make that the core of our meet.
We invite you to join us at our next meet and to help us grow by inviting your friends as well. Spread the word and we hope to see you in Macon!
The Man Who Started It All
Robert “Bob” Harpe (February 28, 1946 – March 17, 2024) started the original Savannah Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet back in 1999, and saw it grow from a few attendees to averaging more than 70 at its height. Always focused on the modeler, he was usually found sitting at a table full of models talking about how it was built and offering advice to others looking to improve their own skills. A friend to all, Bob would go out of his way to help others with whatever project they were working on.
As Bob’s health declined, he decided it was time to bring the tale of the Savannah RPM to a close. Not wanting to see it disappear, a group of regular attendees came together to keep Bob’s meet going. With his blessing, we continued to host the Savannah RPM allowing Bob to focus on his favorite part of the meet – talking with other modelers.
Our focus is to continue to honor Bob at every meet going forward in recognition of who started it all.
Central Georgia RPM
Bob never got to attend the Central Georgia RPM, but he was happy to see his event grow and evolve. It was with his blessing that we moved the meet from Savannah to Macon to keep it going.