History of Miniatures


First established in 1972, the National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts has been uniting miniature collector and builders for decades. Together, we promote miniatures through education, collecting, building friendship, enhancing skills, and sharing experiences and ideas.


When you are here, you are connected to a passionate community with a rich history that understands how the tiniest things can bring the greatest of delight.


ALLEGRA'S DREAM

Excerpt from the first issue of the Miniature Gazette

September, 1972

Black-and-white drawing of a two-story house with many windows and a front door.

"For forty years, I have dreamed of a national organization for miniature lovers."

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THE ART OF MINIATURES

By Walter Arnell

Woman instructing seated person at an easel in a curtained room, with drawings on the wall

"Where and when the art of miniatures began is not certain. The tombs of ancient Egyptians contained miniatures of favorite objects and necessary treasures to assist the occupant in his or her next journey. "

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FOUNDING BOARD OF DIRECTORS


Mrs. Allegra Mott

Miss Barbara Mott

Miss Elizabeth Mott

Mrs. Marjorie Siebert

Mr. John Blauer

Mrs. Bea De Armond

Mr. Jay De Armond

Mrs. Kay Harrell

Mr. James Harrell

Miss Irma Park

Mrs. Vivian Boydstun

Mr. Max Boydstun

Mrs. Edna Atchison

Mrs. Dorothy von Fliss

Mr. Robert von Fliss


HONORARY FOUNDERS


Mrs. Allegra Mott

Mr. Dewitt Mott

Mrs. W.R. Mahoney

Mr. Jean O. Elliott

Mr. Thomas Devereux

Mrs. W. Franklin Farnsworth

Reverend S. A. Parvin

Mr. Bud Murphy

Mr. Larry Bellis