Throwback Thursday: Iconic Locomotive 4501 to Ride Again with Historically Sourced Tender: Discover the Story Behind the Engine
Many visitors are familiar with the museum’s flagship locomotive 4501, and although it continues in operation at TVRM much as it did in the 1930s, the tender behind it was not always behind 4501. This ‘new’ tender was sourced to carry additional coal and water, in the Southern excursion era, after it was discovered on…
August 17, 2023
In Memory of Jim Wrinn: TVRM Remembers
Remembering Jim Wrinn: A Pillar of the Railroad Community Yesterday marked a somber day for the railroad community as we said our goodbyes to Jim Wrinn, a beacon of support, talent, and friendship. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) deeply feels this loss. Jim wasn’t just an editor, writer, or photographer; he was an advocate…
TVRM Celebrates a Special Visit from Mr. Schmidt
A Cherished Visit: Mr. Schmidt’s Lifelong Passion for Railroading Comes to TVRM Yesterday, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) had the privilege of hosting a special guest, Mr. Schmidt, and his daughter. This visit wasn’t just any ordinary one; it was a heartwarming reunion between a devoted railfan and the locomotive he’s loved for decades….
October 25, 2017
Historic Locomotive 4501 Returns: Join the Celebration at TVRM’s Railfest!
Breaking News! The moment railroad enthusiasts and history buffs have been waiting for is almost here. The legendary locomotive 4501 will make its public debut at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s (TVRM) Railfest on September 6 & 7, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience. 4501 will be under steam, operating at TVRM during…
Reviving 4501: Locomotive Tender Restoration Update
Southern 4501: Locomotive Tender Restoration Update The restoration journey of Locomotive 4501, a gem in the crown of railroad history, has reached a significant milestone – its tender is nearing completion. This update signifies a leap forward in bringing this iconic steam locomotive back to its former glory, preserving a vital part of our historical…
February 10, 2014
Reviving a Legend: The Restoration of Locomotive 4501
Reviving a Legend: The Restoration of Locomotive 4501 In the heart of a locomotive workshop, a piece of railroad history is coming back to life. Here, we find one of Locomotive 4501’s massive driving wheels, a titan of steel and engineering, cradled gently as it awaits reunion with its axle. On the workshop floor lies…