Welcome to the Columbus Ohio IPMS Modelers Website

 

Welcome to the website of the Columbus, Ohio, Eddie Rickenbacker chapter of IPMS. We as a club are dedicated to the promotion of the hobby of scale modeling. Our meetings feature modeling subjects and programs covering all areas and genres of the hobby. Our meetings are open to visitors (see the meetings page for directions and maps) and feature a monthly contest.
The IPMS Columbus Chapter was named in honor of Columbus, Ohio native Eddie Rickenbacker, the United States' ranking ace in World War I. Chartered in 1965, IPMS Columbus is a strong, active chapter which hosted the 1973 National Convention, numerous Region 4 Regionals. Most recently we hosted the 1997 IPMS National Convention, the 2000 Region 4 Convention and the 2009 IPMS National Convention.

We have approximately 50 members, with widely ranging interests and skills. For a list of members follow the link at the foot of this page.

We enjoy all aspects of scale modeling, and invite anyone to join us at our monthly meetings, where we exchange modeling tips, information, kit reviews, and general fellowship. For information on where we meet click here. We have a wide variety of interests, including aircraft, armor, cars, ships, figures, and many other modeling subjects

 
 

 

Latest News

 
 

 

Blizzardcon 2012

Blizcon 2012 is now over, and what a day it was. Another beautiful sunny day drew a happy and boisterous crowds. It was certainly packed from very early on and there were many great models on display. There were a total of 543 models in competition and a big congratulations goes to Don Roberts for his USS Nimitz diorama which was selected as best of show. For a complete list of winners, click here. Within the next few days I will be uploading the offical competion photos, so keep checking back. So a big thank you to all who attended and see you next year.

Blizcon 2013 will be here before we know it. The date is set for February 16th, 2013, so mark your calendars. It will be a special year as it will be the 40th Anniversary of our first show. So as usual there will be the regular array of great models, lots of vendors, a raffle and lots of fun but many new special events as well.

For details on how to get there, click here.

We are already taking requests for vendor tables for Blizcon 2013, so for anyone interested please email me at IPMSColumbuscontest@gmail.com or fill out the form here.

 

 

On our page of links you can find out information about other IPMS branches around the world and find links to other interesting modeling related sites.

If you have any questions about our club, or this website, please email the webmaster at:

IPMSColumbusContest@gmail.com

 
 

 

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