Archive: 2022

A Heartfelt Moment in The Homefront Tea Room: Shane and Kayla’s Proposal at TVRM A historic moment unfolded in the ornate surroundings of The Homefront Tea Room at TVRM, adding another beautiful story to its rich tapestry. We had the honor and immense pleasure of witnessing our very first marriage proposal within its storied walls….

October has arrived, bringing with it the enchanting hues of autumn. As the leaves begin to change, there’s no better way to witness the spectacular fall colors than by embarking on a stunning half-day train ride through the Hiwassee River Gorge. This season, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) invites you to join us on…

The whistle sounds, the tracks rumble, and the festive spirit takes over! We’re beyond thrilled to announce the return of our much-anticipated Halloween Eerie Express. A Weekend of Ghoulish Delights Starting this weekend, our trains will be filled with both the young and the young-at-heart, donning creative costumes and brimming with excitement. Be it witches,…

The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum has hosted the first ever joint Southern Railway Historical Association (SRHA), Louisville and Nashville Historical Society (LNHS), and Railroad Prototype Modelers (RPM) meet at their Cromwell Rd Campus Sept 29-Oct 1. The convention combined seminars, modeling clinics, exploring prototype equipment, a charter dinner train, and special speakers. The SRHA and…

As the first leaves of autumn cascade in a whirlwind of crimson, amber, and gold, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) invites you to experience the season in all its magnificence. The Allure of Hiwassee River Gorge Autumn heralds in cool temperatures, making it the perfect time to embark on a train journey. And what…

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Awarded Save America’s Treasures Grant The National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Institute for Museum and Library Services announced on Friday September 9, 2022, $24.25 million in Save America’s Treasures grants to fund 80 projects in…

The National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Institute for Museum and Library Services announced on Friday September 9, 2022, $24.25 million in Save America’s Treasures grants to fund 80 projects in 32 states and the District of Columbia. The Tennessee…

Fall is fast approaching, and if predictions are anything to go by, this season’s colors are set to be spectacular! As the landscape transforms into a vibrant palette of reds, oranges, and golds, there’s no better way to experience the beauty of autumn than aboard the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s (TVRM) Hiwassee River Rail Adventure….

The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is renowned for preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of rail travel. But now, we are thrilled to unveil an entirely new and unique experience that combines history, elegance, and flavor: The Homefront Tea Room, A Tea in the Depot Experience. A Journey Back in Time: The Homefront Tea…

Around the Shop: Car No. 390’s Revival Nestled in the heart of our shop, the historic Central of Georgia Railway combination (often referred to as a ‘combine’) car No. 390 has recently been stationed on track 7, awaiting some much-needed attention. This isn’t just any routine check-up. The ‘doctor’ – our team of expert restorers…