We are a group of model ship builders in Colorado dedicated to promoting,
developing, and furthering scale model shipbuilding. We are about 50 strong,
building many types and sizes of model ships – from Egyptian barges to WWII
destroyers, ships in bottles to all-paper models, miniature liners to four-foot
men of war. Several members and their creations have won national and regional
awards, and some have built models now on display in maritime museums
nationwide.

But we’re not all expert modelers. Some members are working on their first
models. They get advice and encouragement from those who are more experienced,
and the goal is for everyone to enjoy the hobby of building model ships and to
get the satisfaction of completing and displaying their handiwork.

Contact our Skipper, Martin Jelsema, with any questions at 303-242-5975. 

Rocky Mountain Shipwrights usually meet every third Saturday at
Rockler Woodworking – 2553 South Colorado Blvd – 303-782-0588 
Store opens at 9:00am, meeting starts at 9:30am

Next Meeting: November 16th, 2024  
Our annual auction will take place after the November meeting
Anyone interested in model ships is invited to attend and participate in the
fun, watch the featured presentation and the “show and tell”, and chat with the
members. If you’re having any problems in constructing your model, you’re sure
to get plenty of advice here.

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Monthly workshop, too:In addition to our regular monthly meeting, we host a
monthly workshop where members (and guests) can work on their builds while
enjoying the company, the coffee and goodies, the tips and tricks, and the
conversations in an informal three-to-five hours. Questions about the
workshop? Call Ralph Buckwalter – 303-914-0897.

Workshops are held on the first Saturday of the month.
Next workshop: Dec. 7th, 2024
Arvada City Hall (Police Station entrance)
8101 Ralston Road, Arvada CO.

Scratch-built model of an early 20-Century ocean liner by Bob Fivehouse,