Final Inspection — The Work Behind the Steam
Behind the Scenes with Fireman Kyle Shannon Before a single whistle echoes across the hills or a wheel turns down the track, a dedicated team ensures every bolt, bearing, and brake on 114-year-old Steam Engine No. 4501 is in working order. On this day, Fireman Kyle Shannon — a seasoned member of TVRM’s mechanical team…
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August 23, 2025
Norfolk Southern’s Office Car Special Stops at TVRM
Grand Junction Depot: Stop for Norfolk Southern’s Office Car Special At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), we recently had the honor of hosting the Norfolk Southern Office Car Special for the fourth time. This event marked the end of a successful inspection run from Cincinnati to Chattanooga, solidifying TVRM’s position as a key player…
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May 23, 2019