Arthur Zirul & Diorama Studios

Between 1949 and 1955, three men at Diorama Studios built many displays for Lionel to generate excitement for the hobby and the newest products. One of its creators, Arthur Zirul, provided behind-the-scenes insight. We’ve collected 10 one-page stories, most with historical photographs:

• Building Model Railroad Heaven by Roger Carp
• Anniversary Alco
• O-27 products
• Alco scene
• Classic postwar scene
• Lionel’s Fresh Air Fund
• Grouping of F3s
• Live from New York, 1950s television
• One man’s junk (construction techniques)
• Hands-on management

10 articles, 10 pages, 4.8 mb