Featured Exhibits

Grand Junction Depot has always been the heartbeat of Chattanooga’s rail revival, but now the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is adding a fresh pulse: the Lunch Train. This two-hour-and-forty-five-minute excursion pairs a chef-curated, three-course meal with a relaxing roll through the city’s urban art corridor to the 33-acre Sculpture Fields at Montague Park. It’s…

Chattanooga was once the crossroads of Southern railroading, and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) has preserved that spirit since its 1961. This weekend, you can sample that legacy three different ways: ride behind 113-year-old steam star #630 on the Missionary Ridge Local, watch twilight roll in from the Evening Ridge Runner, and savor chef-crafted…

TVRM’s mission—to “collect for preservation, operation … and display railroad artifacts in an authentic setting to educate the public” —guides every exhibit, from 150-ton steam engines to the finely detailed HO-scale empire tucked beneath Southern Railway Historical Association’s front brick building.   From 10 AM–3 PM today, you can step into that lower-level gallery and…

Feel the Steam, Savor the Sunset: Your Perfect TVRM Weekend Rail Itinerary Train Departure Experience Length Ideal For Steam Star #4501 – Summerville Steam Special 9:30 AM 9 hrs Day-trippers & rail enthusiasts Steam Engine #630 – Missionary Ridge Local 9:30, 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, 3:30 55 min Families & first-time riders Evening Ridge Runner 6:00…

Ride the Legend—Steam Engine 4501 Returns to Summerville Step aboard a living piece of railroading excellence as Steam Engine 4501 powers up for its journey from Chattanooga to Summerville, Georgia, on Saturday, June 28. Built in 1911, this 114-year-old locomotive embodies the golden era of American steam travel. With powerful chuffs and vintage charm, 4501…

All Aboard: Every Rail Journey at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Whether you have an hour, an afternoon, or a whole day to spare, TVRM offers a lineup of distinct rail experiences that turn an ordinary weekend into a memory-making journey. Below is your guide to every regularly scheduled trip you can book right now—plus…

 Did you know about this train ride in Chattanooga? This historic day trip goes from Chattanooga to North Georgia, and you can visit a lookout tower, dine on a train, and explore a mansion. You start at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Station, get your tickets and head to your seats. The train passes through a…

When the skies are unpredictable, the best escape is one that stays steady on the rails. At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), every weekend offers an opportunity to ride into comfort, charm, and nostalgia—no umbrella required. From elegant evening departures to hands-on family fun, and even traditional high tea before a journey, TVRM welcomes…

NC&StL 710 Leads One of TVRM’s Longest Chickamauga Turns On a crisp morning in Chattanooga, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) embarked on one of its longest Chickamauga Turn excursions to date. Leading the journey was the venerable NC&StL 710, a diesel locomotive with a storied past, while the rear was graced by the elegantly…

Sunset & Spirits: A Toast to the Evening Ridge Runner Ride Chattanooga’s favorite evening train ride just got a whole lot more flavorful. The Evening Ridge Runner, operated by the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), is now offering Spikes and Spirits on select ride dates. This exciting beverage experience invites guests to unwind with fine…