As promised, a little more info for our model train enthusiasts in DC. Since we are between class sessions right now and desperately needed a way to let off some steam B and I headed over to Union Station to check out their holiday train display and grab some lunch with friends. 
Union Station has two different displays set up, one that is set up on the floor with plexiglass around it that is perfect for tiny tot viewing and another larger display that is up on tables and protected by a gate. The lower level display featured four trains circling through the mountain tops and towns and the larger table top display featured another five or six trains circling around towns. The displays also offered a good amount of reading material for older children and adults and even offered information on where to purchase some of the models. Another highlight of the day was enjoying the view of the trains arriving and departing from the windows next too the parking deck. Who would know sitting in the freezing cold could be so much fun. The holiday display is free and open to the public through January 2nd. There is plenty of parking (although it is costly) so a cheaper option would be to look for limited street parking or take the metro in. 
Lil B sporting his Santa’s little train conductor look
The display is not nearly as exciting as the one at the botanical gardens but if you have a little one who is into trains and you are looking for an outing you might consider taking the metro to Union Station, going to the gardens first and then walking back to do the Union Station display and lunch before heading back home.
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