The Original Whistle Stop

06/07/2026

A HUGE THANK YOU 🙏 To all those that gave their time to volunteer to help move the store. What an overwhelming response!

NEED A FAVOR .. For those of you who did volunteer, we are trying to compile a list of phone numbers and names.

*****. Please reach out to T Fredrick Hill directly - asap. 626-796-7791 - or send an email - [email protected]

05/28/2026

Traveling up the tracks! Pasadena Star News May 28, 2026 - Great read!

Here’s why customers like Stephen Hawking and Rod Stewart made pilgrimages to Pasadena’s iconic model train store, and why fans still can starting June 1.

05/26/2026

The FINAL PUSH towards the move this coming weekend May 29th and 30th! Anyone who is available and willing to help ... let Fred know and come by the "STOP" Friday and Saturday at 10:00.

05/13/2026

MOVE UPDATE: 🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂

Our LAST day at the current 2490 E. Colorado Blvd. location will be on Thursday May 28th, 2026

Beginning June 1, we will be at our New location: 23 North Altadena Drive, Pasadena

Hours will remain the same: Monday-Saturday 10:00 – 5:00 and Sunday 11:00- 4:00

The Phone Number will also remain the same: 626-796-7791

Send a message to learn more

04/30/2026

Our New Location: 23 North Altadena Drive, Pasadena.
(Just a short move, around the corner and up the block).

We are still clearing out our inventory - everything is priced to move!

We have lots a one of a kind memorabilia, lighted signs, and paintings not to mention many unique train-sets, all scale cars, LBG, along with all our other standard railroad products.

We also have lots of great books - which make a great gift, and must have for your collection!

Be sure to ask “FRED” for special discounts on select merchandise.

Now is the best time to stop by or call to get great deals and stock up on your railroad needs.

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As we transition to a new location, we will NOT lose sight of our Mission – “to serve our customers and assist them in continuing to enjoy this great hobby of model trains”.

We will continue to offer a wide selection of model railroad products and expert service and repair your model train needs.

You, our customers, are always our first priority!

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2490 East Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
Store Hours: Mon - Sat 10:00 - 5:00. Sun 11:00-4:00

Send a message to learn more

04/18/2026

THE ORIGINAL WHISTLE STOP IS MOVING!!!
( just around the corner and down the block from our current location)

We are clearing out our inventory and everything is priced to move! We have lots a memorabilia, lighted signs, and paintings not to mention many unique train-sets, all scale cars, along with all our other standard railroad products.

Be sure to ask “FRED” for special discounts on select merchandise. Now is the best time to stop by or call to get great deals and stock up on your railroad needs.

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After 75 years of continuing service to the model railroad community and 42 years at this location, retail businesses, are being forced to "reset" how they do business.

We are not losing sight of our Mission – “to serve our customers and assist you in continuing to enjoy this great hobby of model trains”.

The new location will continue to offer you a wide selection of model railroad products and continue to expertly service and repair your model train needs.

You, our customers, are aways our first priority!

04/18/2026

THE ORIGINAL WHISTLE STOP IS MOVING!!!
( just around the corner and up the block from our current location)

We are clearing out our inventory and everything is priced to move! We have lots a memorabilia, lighted signs, and paintings not to mention many unique train-sets, all scale cars, along with all our other standard railroad products.

Be sure to ask “FRED” for special discounts on select merchandise. Now is the best time to stop by or call to get great deals and stock up on your railroad needs.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

After 75 years of continuing service to the model railroad community and 42 years at this location, retail businesses, are being forced to "reset" how they do business.

We are not losing sight of our Mission – “to serve our customers and assist you in continuing to enjoy this great hobby of model trains”.

The new location will continue to offer you a wide selection of model railroad products and continue to expertly service and repair your model train needs.

You, our customers, are aways our first priority!
We are clearing out our inventory and everything is priced to move!

We have lots a memorabilia, lighted signs, and paintings not to mention many unique train-sets,

all scale cars, along with all our other standard railroad products.

Be sure to ask “FRED” for special discounts on select merchandise.

TOWS: 626-796-7791 [email protected]

Now is the best time to stop by or call to get great deals and stock up on your railroad needs.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

After 75 years of continuing service to the model railroad community, and 42 years at this location, retail businesses are now sadly being forced to "reset" and "redesign" how they do business.

As we transition to a new location, we will NOT lose sight of our Mission – “to serve our customers and assist them in continuing to enjoy this great hobby of model trains”. And we will continue to offer a wide selection of model railroad products and expert service and repair your model train needs.

You, our customers, are always our first priority!