The Pullman Company built this 52-seat heavyweight coach in 1911 for the Southern Railway. Originally a sleeping car, it was rebuilt in 1954 as a coach and restored to operating condition in 2005. The 1037 is TVRM’s oldest active passenger car.
Car: Southern Railway 1037
Car Type: Coach
Operators: Southern Railway, Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Builder: Pullman Company
Date Built: 1911
Number of Seats: 52
Paint Scheme: Green
Lettered: Southern
Status: Operational
Embark on a journey aboard our historic short-line locomotive! Our most regularly scheduled voyages, fondly known as “The Local,” initiate from our distinguished Grand Junction Station, heading towards East Chattanooga. Here, you’ll enjoy a stopover featuring an intriguing demonstration of a classic turntable, followed by a tour of our workshop.
The Chickamauga Turn is a historic 6-hour train ride to the Civil War town of Chickamauga, Georgia. The journey takes passengers through the beautiful rolling hills of rural Georgia via the former Central of Georgia Railroad.
The Summerville Steam Special offers a unique opportunity to experience a bygone era of rail travel. The vintage steam engine train offers a scenic ride from Chattanooga to Summerville and back, traversing a historic route.
Come to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum and take a ride on the North Pole Limited Christmas Train! You’ll get to visit the North Pole and see all of the Christmas decorations. It’s the most popular annual event, and has been a family tradition since 1999.
