Tennessee Valley Railroad News

Historic Railroading

The Historic Railroading tag highlights the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s mission to preserve and celebrate the golden age of train travel. Through detailed updates, locomotive restorations, and immersive rail experiences, this section brings the legacy of America’s railroads to life. Visitors can learn how steam and diesel engines transformed communities, industries, and lives across generations. Each post provides a knowledgeable perspective on rail heritage while connecting today’s audiences with the power and beauty of historic transportation. Whether you’re a railfan or a curious traveler, these stories offer a gateway into an era defined by innovation and motion.

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(Video) – Historic Diesel #710 Leads Missionary Ridge Local

Diesel #710: Experience Rail History at TVRM Step back in time aboard the Missionary Ridge Local, featuring Diesel Locomotive #710—TVRM’s oldest operating diesel engine, built in 1950 by General Motors for the Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Railway. Witness first-hand the engineering marvels of mid-century railroading! Highlights: Oldest operational diesel locomotive at TVRM Built in…

March 21, 2025

Posted in: Behind-the-Scenes At TVRM, Featured Exhibits, Upcoming Events At TVRM

(Video) – Step Aboard History: Ride the Century-Old Southern Railway Coach

Historic Train Rides at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Embark on a journey through time at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) in Chattanooga, where history comes alive on the rails. Among the museum’s treasured artifacts is the Southern Railway Coach 1000, a testament to the golden age of rail travel. Originally built in 1925 by…

March 20, 2025

Posted in: Behind-the-Scenes At TVRM, Featured Exhibits, Upcoming Events At TVRM

Experience the Magic of a Classic East Tennessee Spring Weekend

🚂 All Aboard for a Spring Adventure! 🌸 The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) invites you to embark on a timeless journey this weekend! Rain or shine, the beloved #630 steam locomotive is set to run on the historic Missionary Ridge Local, giving visitors a chance to step back in time and enjoy the sights,…

March 14, 2025

Posted in: Featured Exhibits, Historic Preservation, Upcoming Events At TVRM