AKPilot 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2011 Being a newbie on the scene, can someone please bring me up to speed on where, over the years, the National Conventions have been held? For instance, I know that: 2011- Omaha 2010 - Phoenix 2009 -? 2008-? etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ralph Nardone 55 Report post Posted July 2, 2011 Correction on the 1999 host--it was IPMS / Florida, a consortium of three or four of the Region 11 (Florida) Chapters. Ralph Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ghodges 502 Report post Posted July 2, 2011 (edited) Wow....I joined in '77, making me a member for 34yrs. I've managed to make it to 21 of the 34 Nats over the years. That's not bad, considering ALL of my kids were born/raised during that time, I went through a divorce (got poor), remarried (got poor again ), and I had to go through 2 different vacation seniority processions on the job during that time (low seniority making it hard to get off for the Nats during the summer). I've only made it to 4 of the "west" Nats (Phoenix twice, Seattle, and Santa Clara). On the other hand, the only "east" Nats I missed was the '81 shindig in NYC. Perhaps I'm biased as my very FIRST contest/show of ANY kind I ever attended was the Nats in Atlanta in '78. No where to go but down from there...... For any of you who haven't made it to a Nats, you just don't know what you're missing! In fact, it'll take two of them before you actually enjoy yourself. You'll be too over whelmed at the first one to know what to do and where to go, and how NOT to miss out on the things you want to see! I'm sure Omaha is going to be as much fun as ever! GIL Edited July 2, 2011 by ghodges Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jcorley 36 Report post Posted July 2, 2011 2005 was hosted by IPMS Metro Atlanta Inc, a combination of three metro area clubs: Atlanta, Marietta and Northmen (alphabetical order) 1993 has Don Harris running things, and I think in 1984 it was W. B. Baldwin's turn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron Bell 187 Report post Posted July 2, 2011 FWIW, the 97 and 73 Nats in Columbus were both hosted by IPMS Eddie Rickenbacker. The 73 chairman was Howard Glenn and the 97 chairman was Ron Bell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ewahl 64 Report post Posted July 10, 2011 2001 Chicago was hosted by IPMS/Lakes Region Scale Modelers and IPMS/Will-Cook dba IPMS/Chicago. The Co-chairs were Joseph Schock and Jack Bruno. Ed Registrar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimpearsall 7 Report post Posted July 11, 2011 Here's Dick Montgomery's list, updated. Thanks Ed and Ron.Jim Pearsall 2017 Omaha, NE, IPMS Ft. Crook, Scott Hackney 2016 Columbia SC 2015 Columbus OH, IPMS Eddie Rickenbacker 2014 Hampton VA, IPMS Tidewater 2013 Loveland CO, 2012 Orlando FL, IPMS Pelikan, Mike Van Schoonhoven2011 Omaha, NE, IPMS Ft. Crook, Scott Hackney2010 Phoenix, AZ IPMS Craig Hewitt Dick Christ/Steve Collins2009 Columbus, OH IPMS Eddie Rickenbacker T.J. Misiolek2008 Virginia Beach, VA IPMS Tidewater Charles Landrum2007 Anaheim, CA IPMS Orange County Jim Woody/ Nat Richards2006 Kansas City, MO IPMS Frank Ciccorella/Kelly Quirk2005 Atlanta, GA IPMS Northmen Paul Cotcher2004 Phoenix, AZ IPMS Craig Hewitt Dick Christ2003 Oklahoma City, OK IPMS Metro Rusty White2002 Virginia Beach, VA IPMS Tidewater Bill Brickhouse2001 Chicago, IL IPMS Chicago Jack Bruno Joe Schock2000 Dallas, TX IPMS North Central Tx Penny & Lee Thomas1999 Orlando, FL IPMS Orlando 1998 Santa Clara, CA IPMS1997 Columbus, OH IPMS Eddie Rickenbacker Ron Bell1996 Virginia Beach, VA IPMS Tidewater1995 Albuquerque, NM IPMS Albuquerque1994 Omaha, NE1993 Atlanta, GA1992 Seattle, WA IPMS Seattle1991 St.Louis, MO1990 Miami, FL1989 San Diego, CA1988 Dayton, OH1987 Washington, DC IPMS Washington1986 Sacramento, CA`1985 Indianapolis, IN1984 Atlanta, GA1983 Phoenix, AZ1982 St. Louis. MO1981 New York City, NY1980 Salt Lake City, UT1979 Milwaukee, WI1978 Atlanta, GA1977 San Francisco, CA1976 Dallas, TX1975 Washington, DC1974 Los Angeles, CA1973 Columbus, OH IPMS Eddie Rickenbacker Howard Glenn1972 Seattle, WA1971 Atlanta, GA1970 Wichita, KS1969 Los Angeles, CA1968 Washington, DC1967 Miami, FL1966 Detroit, MI1965 Seattle, WA1964 Chicago, IL IPMS National Convention sites.doc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David M. Knights 11 Report post Posted July 11, 2011 Been to 17 on the list. Omaha will make 18, and on my 50th b'day to boot! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron Bell 187 Report post Posted July 11, 2011 believe the '87 show was chaired by Aris Pappas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ralph4hand 18 Report post Posted July 11, 2011 Dave, Hmmm interesting listing. Luckily I've been to 20 - (14 of last 15), plus the 2000 IPMS/UK International. Several took place in cities I otherwise wouldn't have visited.They have all been GREAT! I'm looking forward to seeing you in Omaha. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beaconroot 0 Report post Posted July 18, 2011 Wow I have made 16 on the list. Omaha will be 17. I didn't remember being that old! One thing I know for sure I had fun at all of them! Cannot wait for Omaha! :) Jim Root Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nursemandie 0 Report post Posted July 23, 2011 This will be my 8th nats...2009 in Columbus was mine and Steve's honeymoon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dick Montgomery 125 Report post Posted July 24, 2011 The Live Web Cams along I-80, between Des Moines, Council Bluff, and Omaha show only the usual amount of traffic, all moving normally. The travel notices show two instances of "narrow lanes" due to bridge construction...both of which will be cleared by Aug 1st. No sign of massive traffic, no sign of water, no out of the ordinary slowdowns.... A friend who just returned from the area reported that while I-29 running N/S along the river may be closed there was no noticeable effect on traffic anywhere else. Looks like its "smooth sailing to Omaha by the Sea"......er....or by the river, whichever. Visit the Iowa Highway site at My link and take a look. http://www.511ia.org// Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Weedeater 0 Report post Posted July 24, 2011 Thanks for the update/Info Dick. C'ya in 11 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dick Montgomery 125 Report post Posted July 24, 2011 Yes, I'm a geek. I've been having fun watching the traffic flow. It is possible to pick a recognizable vehicle and then follow it by selecting cameras along the route in front of that vehicle. I think I need to turn off my computer and go work on some plastic! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarkYoungCrewChief 11 Report post Posted August 19, 2011 Wow, I have been a member since 1972. My first convention was Washington DC in '75 and counting Omaha, have been to 24 (of 39) of them. As much as I enjoy the models, seminars, tours and the vendors, it is the membership that I enjoy the best. Making new friends and renewing old friendships is the hightlight of the event. BTW, yours truely, Mark Young, was the chair of the 1988 Convention, hosted by the Dayton Area Plastic Modelers Society Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rdelaney 0 Report post Posted May 5, 2012 On the two National Conventions in St. Louis (1982 and 1991), both hosted by IPMS/Gateway: George Woodard was the 1982 chairman, while Gil Godfrey had that role in 1991. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MRechlicz 3 Report post Posted May 7, 2012 I have been to eight Nationals and enjoyed every one. Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aAzZ09 27 Report post Posted May 8, 2012 I attended as many Nationals as I could from 1988 through 2003, and I certainly wish I could make it to Orlando this year. Unfortunately, due to the economy, I can't. I have loved each and every one I've attended and I certainly miss the comraderie of my fellow modelers from IPMS North Central Texas where I was a member for many years. I hope I can attend this event next year in Loveland, Colorado. Cheers, Mark Fiedler (aAzZ09) IPMS #14333 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lumpulus 16 Report post Posted May 11, 2012 Wow, last time it was anywhere close to the NE was 1981(New York) Sad, Really. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moose135 11 Report post Posted May 12, 2012 Wow, last time it was anywhere close to the NE was 1981(New York) Sad, Really. And after hosting NorEastCon two out of three years, I told my club president that if he even though about putting in a bid for the Nats, I would break his legs... :lol: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ghodges 502 Report post Posted July 31, 2016 Been a while, but any chance of getting this topic "pinned" here, since it seems to come up every so often, and is of interest to many who visit this topic area? GIL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron Bell 187 Report post Posted July 31, 2016 Given the title of this topic, maybe just post this link: http://www.ipmsusa.org/national_contest_committee/ipms_nationals_locations.shtml Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ghodges 502 Report post Posted August 1, 2016 Thanks Ron! GIL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roktman 133 Report post Posted August 8, 2016 Wow, last time it was anywhere close to the NE was 1981(New York) Sad, Really. FWIW, I think any convention along the I-95 corridor (I'm in NYC) would cause sticker shock with many members across the country. Forget about $100 room rates- $200 room rates went bye bye a long time ago. Add to that up to $40 a day parking and a $15 hamburger... It would have to be in a more rural area to get decent room rates, then who would want to drive hours to side attractions? And is there club(s) that would want to tackle this? I'm afraid prices here are just out of the range of a IPMS Con. Just my 2¢ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
