FOUNDER'S DAY
COMING SOON
Quick Details
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September 12, 2026 - September 13, 2026 EDT
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Ages: All Ages
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Duration: Full-Day Experience
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Departure Location: Chattanooga (4119 Cromwell Rd, Chattanooga, TN)
Step into the grandeur of yesteryears at the TVRM Founder’s Day event! Celebrate 65 years of intricate railroad preservation, where the past meets the present in a symphony of steam and stories. From vintage locomotive displays to nostalgic exhibits, this event is a must-attend for history aficionados and train enthusiasts alike. Book your tickets now and be a part of this captivating journey through time.
Celebrate 65 years of history with us. Stop by to see live reenactors, a RoadRailers presentation, local vendors, a night photoshoot, model railroaders, and a special appearance of 4501 pulling the Missionary Ridge Local (Saturday only, 9:30, 12:30, and 3:30)!
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