Revitalizing Rail History: TVRM’s Transformation of Dining Car #899 Bolstered by John Emery Rail Heritage Trust Grant
TVRM Gratefully Acknowledges John Emery Rail Heritage Trust Grant We are deeply appreciative to have been awarded a grant of $20,000 from the John Emery Rail Heritage Trust. Notably, half of this grant, amounting to $10,000, was received in mid-2022. This generous funding is instrumental in facilitating numerous enhancements to the dining car #899, known…
Introducing Coach 1480: A Historic Passenger Car’s Journey from Virginia to Tennessee
We’re excited to unveil our most recently completed passenger car project – Coach 1480, named after Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, located in Blacksburg, Virginia. This historic gem, steeped in decades of railway history, is set to enter service today, and here’s everything you need to know about it! The Origin: A Sleeping Car’s…
November 10, 2022
New Dates for the Wine Train: August 8th and 16th.
Experience the Charm of Vintage Luxury: New Dates Added for Golden Slope Wine Train Excursions We’re thrilled to announce the addition of two new dates for the much-anticipated Wine Train: August 8th and 16th! Secure your tickets now at https://goldenslope.com/wine-train. Here’s what you need to know about the dining options: Main Dining Car Housing tables…
Louisville & Nashville Caboose 1041
TVRM Welcomes Historic Louisville & Nashville Caboose 1041 to Its Collection TVRM is delighted to announce the arrival of our latest donation, the Louisville & Nashville caboose 1041, meticulously crafted by L&N’s South Louisville Shop. This historic treasure, bestowed upon us by the family of Leonard and Sue Powell, has been residing on the family’s…
Smoke & Cinders (2nd Quarter 2019) – Equipment Acquisition
Spring 2019: A Season of Acquisitions and Preservation at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) made several notable additions to its rolling stock collection in the spring of 2019, including historic locomotives and dining cars. Key acquisitions include the Southern Dining Car 3307, obtained from Amtrak, the Louisville and Nashville…
June 12, 2019
October’s Colorful Journey: The Summerville Steam Special
October is here, and with it, the breathtaking colors of southeastern autumn. The trees are ablaze with hues of gold, red, and orange, transforming the landscape into a vibrant tapestry. What better way to take in this natural spectacle than aboard the Summerville Steam Special? Tickets for this incredible journey are available here, and you…
October 27, 2018
Southern Railway #4501: The Summerville Steam Special
Mark your calendars and set your alarms, railroad enthusiasts and history lovers! The magnificent Steam Engine #4501 is making its triumphant return to the tracks on March 4, 2017. This iconic piece of American railroading history will once again lead the way on the Summerville Steam Special, providing a nostalgic journey from Chattanooga to Summerville…
4501 Locomotive’s Grand Debut at TVRM’s Railfest!
Historic 4501 Steams into TVRM’s Railfest this September! Attention train enthusiasts and history buffs alike! We are elated to bring you some breaking news that will surely steam up your excitement. The much-anticipated 4501 locomotive will be making its public appearance at TVRM’s Railfest on September 6 & 7! As we’re drafting this piece, our…