Forks, Art & Rails — Why TVRM’s Lunch Train Is Chattanooga’s New Must-Do
Grand Junction Depot has always been the heartbeat of Chattanooga’s rail revival, but now the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is adding a fresh pulse: the Lunch Train. This two-hour-and-forty-five-minute excursion pairs a chef-curated, three-course meal with a relaxing roll through the city’s urban art corridor to the 33-acre Sculpture Fields at Montague Park. It’s…
Steam, Sunsets & Scones in Chattanooga
Chattanooga was once the crossroads of Southern railroading, and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) has preserved that spirit since its 1961. This weekend, you can sample that legacy three different ways: ride behind 113-year-old steam star #630 on the Missionary Ridge Local, watch twilight roll in from the Evening Ridge Runner, and savor chef-crafted…
Cozy Train Rides Await This Rainy Weekend
Rain or Shine, the Magic Rolls On: Cozy Train Escapes This Weekend at TVRM Rainy days don’t have to spoil your weekend plans—in fact, they’re the perfect excuse to relax aboard a cozy train ride with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. This weekend, leave the umbrellas behind and step inside a vintage railcar for a…
A Flavorful Start: Kicking Off the 2025 Lunch Train Season at TVRM
A Flavorful Start: Kicking Off the 2025 Lunch Train Season at TVRM The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum was thrilled to offer a new meal service – The Lunch Train! The 2025 season launched with a memorable first ride celebrating Mother’s Day weekend—complete with a three-course meal, warm hospitality, and a railroad stop at one of…
A Mother’s Day to Remember: Dining, Rail Travel, and Family Fun at TVRM
A Mother’s Day to Remember: Dining, Rail Travel, and Family Fun at TVRM Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate the amazing moms in your life? This Mother’s Day Weekend, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) invites you to step aboard a collection of rail experiences designed to delight, relax, and inspire. With options ranging…
Celebrate Mom in Style: Dining, Train Rides, and Timeless Memories at TVRM
Celebrate Mom in Style: Dining, Train Rides, and Timeless Memories at TVRM Make this Mother’s Day truly unforgettable with an experience that blends gourmet dining, vintage rail travel, and the charm of Chattanooga—all in one place. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) invites you to celebrate Mom with a lineup of elegant, family-friendly experiences running…
Lunch Train Experience at TVRM: Ride, Dine, Explore
Lunch Train Experience at TVRM: Ride, Dine, Explore There’s something timeless about train travel—the rhythmic clatter of the rails, the gentle sway of the carriage, and the anticipation of discovering what lies around the bend. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum brings that magic to life once again with a brand-new experience: The Lunch Train. This…