Spike’s Visit Marks Spring Arrival at TVRM – Historical Insight
Spike was spotted checking out all the fun things happening at TVRM! Spring must really be on the way. photo by Randy Neal
The “Spike The Prairie Dog Tennessee Valley Railroad News” section of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum News and Update blog highlights the museum’s latest developments and events, focusing on the beloved mascot, Spike the Dog. This engaging content underscores the preservation of railroad heritage and the rich historical significance of the site. Readers will gain a trustworthy perspective on the museum’s activities and collections, including the restoration of historic locomotives and the introduction of new exhibits. Ideal for railway history enthusiasts and the general public, this section aims to educate and inspire, showcasing the museum’s dedication to preserving and celebrating the legacy of railroading with the charming presence of Spike the Dog.
Spike was spotted checking out all the fun things happening at TVRM! Spring must really be on the way. photo by Randy Neal
Ride vintage passenger cars through Chattanooga, pass through the pre–Civil War Missionary Ridge Tunnel, watch a working turntable demonstration, and tour TVRM’s active restoration shop—all in about 65 minutes.
Enjoy a memorable 2–3 hour evening train ride with a three-course dinner served aboard restored vintage dining cars in Chattanooga.
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.
Travel from Chattanooga to Chickamauga, Georgia, on a six-hour day trip with approximately 90 minutes to explore downtown. Choose from coach, meal, premium, and private-car options for a classic rail experience through the Tennessee–Georgia countryside.
Travel behind a historic steam locomotive on a full-day journey from Chattanooga to Summerville, Georgia. The approximately nine-hour round trip includes vintage railcars, North Georgia scenery, and a one-hour Summerville layover, with coach and meal-inclusive seating options available.
Enjoy a full-day scenic train journey through the Hiwassee River Gorge on the Copperhill Special. Travel historic rails, take in mountain and river views, and enjoy a 90-minute layover in Copperhill and McCaysville to explore shops, dining, and the state line before returning.