International Plastic Modelers' Society / USA

International Plastic Modelers' Society / USA

IPMS/USA

IPMS/USA

About the Event...

The annual model contest and show held in historic downtown Leavenworth, the first city in Kansas.  Hosted by the IPMS Prison City Modelers, the contest is held the first weekend in Ocotber, and this year's date is October 4, 2025.

There will be a raffle, vendor room, and the venue is within walking distance of museums and places to eat. The fort is the third oldest post in continous operation in the US Army, and hosts the Frontier Army Museum dedicated to the history of the US Army in the west.There are hotels within walking distance of the contest, and a variety of shops close by. 

Doors open at 9:00 a.m. for registration which runs until noon.  Judging begins at 12:00 p.m. and the awards ceremony is at 3:00 p.m. sharp.  The special theme for the 2025 contest is "As seen on the small screen."  Any vehicle, person, or object as seen in a TV show is eliigible for this category. 

Vendors, tables are $10 each.  Set-up time begins at 8:00 a.m. on October 4, and you can pay at the registration desk when you arrive.  Howver, you must reserve your tables in advance.  Send an email to the contest chairman with the number of tables to reserve as the space does fill up. 

Looking forward to seeing you in Leavenworth in October. 

Event Information
Event Date: 
October 4, 2025 - 9:00am to 3:00pm CDT
Location
Name: 
The Heritage Center
Event Address: 
109 Delaware Street
Leavenworth, KS 66048
United States
Region Number: 
Event Host: 
IPMS Prison City Modelers
Hosting IPMS/USA Chapter(s): 
Contact Information
Contest Chairperson's Name: 
Mark Gerges
Phone: 
913-306-0291