Steam, Community & Celebration: Founder’s Day Weekend Returns!
Steam, Community & Celebration: Founder’s Day Weekend Returns! The heartbeat of Southeastern railroading is ready to roar again as Founder’s Day Weekend returns to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM)! From Friday through Sunday, families, photographers, and history buffs alike can step aboard a living piece of American heritage. At the center of it all?…
September 2, 2025
A Toast to the Past: Dining Car 3158 Returns to TVRM Rails
A Toast to the Past: Dining Car 3158 Returns to TVRM Rails Friday night’s dinner train saw the second night of service for former Southern Railway Dining car 3158 after its extensive, five month, body and kitchen rehabilitation. The train was also the shake down cruise for Southern Railway Office Car 21 after a multi-year…
N.C. & St.L. 710: 75 Years Strong & 68 Years Since Merger
Ride Through Time: N.C. & St.L. 710 at 75 Years Strong & 68 Years Since Merger This Labor Day Weekend, step aboard history in motion with N.C. & St. L. 710, the 1,500‑horsepower GP7 locomotive built in 1950 and lovingly restored to its original paint scheme. It’s not just a locomotive—it’s a tribute to 75 years of…
Step Into Railroading’s Past This Labor Day Weekend
Step Into Railroading’s Past This Labor Day Weekend Labor Day weekend is almost here, and Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is rolling out a slate of classic rail excursions that blend nostalgia, scenic beauty, and unforgettable experiences for all ages. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing daytime adventure, a family outing, or a charming date night,…
Final Inspection — The Work Behind the Steam
Behind the Scenes with Fireman Kyle Shannon Before a single whistle echoes across the hills or a wheel turns down the track, a dedicated team ensures every bolt, bearing, and brake on 114-year-old Steam Engine No. 4501 is in working order. On this day, Fireman Kyle Shannon — a seasoned member of TVRM’s mechanical team…
August 23, 2025
Steam, Scenery & Southern Rail Heritage — This Weekend at TVRM!
Experience Southern Rail Heritage This Weekend Saturday and Sunday at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) are a celebration of American rail innovation, charming town exploration, and immersive vintage experiences. Whether you’re boarding from Chattanooga or our Delano location, your ride promises views, stories, and moments you’ll treasure. Backed by the living legacy of Steam…
A Saturday Night to Remember: Sunset Sips, Ice Cream Rides, and a Conductor’s First Call
💫 What a Saturday night to remember! 💫 This past weekend, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) brought together fine dining, twilight rides, and exciting firsts in Chattanooga. Guests stepped aboard for Dinner in the Depot, toasted the evening with the debut of Sunset Sips, and breezed along the rails with Ride & Chill: Ice…
A Complete August Guide to Train Rides at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
A Complete August Guide to Train Rides at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) isn’t just a place to see trains — it’s a place to ride them. Since 1961, TVRM has preserved not only historic rail equipment but also the experience of rail travel itself. Every ticket purchased supports…
Step Into Railroading’s Story — This Weekend at TVRM
Bright skies, a warm breeze, and the sound of steel wheels on rails — it’s the perfect weekend to ride with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. From Saturday’s full schedule to Sunday’s relaxed departures, every trip connects you to more than a destination. It connects you to the living story of America’s railroads. Saturday Trips…
Ride, Dine & Preserve Rail History This August 16
An August Evening of Flavor, Fun & Railroading at TVRM On Saturday, August 16, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum invites you to an evening that combines entertainment with preservation. Whether you choose gourmet dining, sunset cocktails, or ice cream with the family, each Special August Ride gives you a ticket into railroading’s living history. Dinner…