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The Legacy of Martin Treadway: Preserving Telegraph History at TVRM

The Legacy of Martin Treadway: Preserving Telegraph History at TVRM Throwback Thursday brings us a glimpse into the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s (TVRM) rich tapestry of railroad communication history, embodied by former volunteer Martin Treadway. A retired telegraph worker, Mr. Treadway’s contributions went beyond mere volunteering; he was a living bridge to the past, connecting…

Hiwassee Loop Train Ride Through Tennessee’s Hiwassee River Gorge
  • Delano Trip
From $62 per person

Ride 50 scenic miles round trip from Delano through Tennessee’s Hiwassee River Gorge. This approximately 4.5-hour journey follows the river through forested mountains and crosses the rare spiral loop near Farner, where the track climbs and passes over itself.