🎄 Guests Having a Blast in the Homefront Tea Room: A Nostalgic Afternoon Tea with a Festive Train Ride to Follow
A Cozy Christmas Escape at the Homefront Tea Room Every December, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum transforms the humble traditions of the past into a warm, immersive celebration guests look forward to all year. One of the most beloved seasonal experiences is the Christmas Tea inside the Homefront Tea Room, a…
November 17, 2025
🎅✨ Santa’s Helpers Get the Trains Ready for the North Pole Limited — A Magical Holiday Ride Awaits
A Holiday Tradition Comes to Life at TVRM Every year, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum transforms into a hub of cheerful activity as Santa’s helpers gather to prepare the beloved North Pole Limited. The station glows with lights, Christmas trees sparkle in every corner, and the joyful buzz of anticipation fills…
🎅✨ NightCaps With St. Nick Returns — A Festive Holiday Escape in a Vintage Dining Car
A Cozy, Cheerful Holiday Tradition at TVRM The holiday season is officially here — and one of Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s most festive adult events has rolled back into the station: NightCaps with St. Nick! This one-hour evening ride invites guests to relax, unwind, and savor holiday cheer inside a beautifully…
Steam Star Weekend at TVRM!
Celebrate a Steam-Powered Weekend at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum This weekend, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is alive with the unforgettable rhythm of steam! Engine #630 takes center stage on Saturday as she wraps up her operating season before heading into the shop for a well-deserved rebuild. Then on Sunday, she’ll share…
October 31, 2025
All Aboard for Another Magical Day of Rails, Wizards, and Spells at TVRM!
A Day Where Magic Meets the Rails The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum is once again transformed into a realm of enchantment as Rails, Wizards, and Spells returns! Families, fans, and fledgling sorcerers from across the region are invited to don their robes and hats for a whimsical adventure that blends the wonder of train travel…
Aboard the Chickamauga Turn: Smiles, Scenery & Southern Charm
A Day Worth Remembering at Grand Junction The sound of the locomotive horn echoes across Grand Junction Depot as The Chickamauga Turn rolls out with a full train of happy guests. Families wave from vintage coaches, cameras capture the shining rails, and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) crew makes sure every detail reflects the…
A Wonderful Beginning to October at TVRM — Steam Engine 4501 Prepares for Summerville
A Powerful Start to October at TVRM As autumn colors begin to blanket the Tennessee Valley, there’s no better way to welcome the season than with the sight and sound of Southern Railway 4501. At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), steam is once again alive and rolling as this beloved locomotive undergoes her final…
🚂✨ Rails, Wizards & Spells — A Magical Fall Ride at TVRM
🚂✨ Rails, Wizards & Spells — A Magical Fall Ride at TVRM A Train Ride with a Twist Each fall, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) transforms into a place where steam whistles meet wizarding wonders. Families, friends, and fans of fantasy can step aboard vintage coaches and step into a world of potions, games,…
🚂✨ All Aboard for Another Enchanted Weekend at TVRM!
A Magical Fall Ride Awaits The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) invites families, friends, and fans of magic to step aboard for a spellbinding experience: Rails, Wizards & Spells. This special fall event blends the wonder of railroading with whimsical wizard-themed fun. From potion brewing to hay rides, scavenger hunts to giant games, every guest…
🚂 All Aboard at Platform 4 ½! 🚂
🚂 All Aboard at Platform 4 ½! 🚂 Your Magical Adventure Awaits at Rails, Wizards & Spells Step Onto the Platform of Imagination This fall, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) opens its gates to a world of enchantment. Guests young and old are invited to step onto Platform 4 ½, where a vintage train…
September 28, 2025