IPMS/USA is an organization dedicated to the fun of Scale Modeling. It was started by Jim Sage, of Dallas, Texas, in 1963. There are now branches of IPMS all over the world. Many of our Local Chapters and Regions sponsor Model shows and contests every year. Of course, you needn't be a member to just visit the shows, or attend the clubs.

IPMS/USA Region 12 is made up of club's in North and South Carolina with some in Virginia have been added. Our goal is to improve communication within the Region and outside the Region to everyone that enjoys our hobby of building plastic models. Our chapters hold monthly meetings that include demonstrations of modeling techniques, guest speakers, photo/slideshows, friendly competitions. Most of the local chapters hold some sort of contest. Our areas of interest range from building models of aircraft, military vehicles, automobiles both civilain and race, ships, and spacecraft to name a few.