Frisco 200 Diesel Returns to Service at TVRM
Frisco 200 Rolls Again: A Classic Diesel Returns to Life at TVRM When Saint Louis–San Francisco Railway (Frisco) locomotive 200 rolled out of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s Soule Shops this morning, it wasn’t just another shop move. It was the return of a one-of-a-kind diesel, wearing its familiar Frisco paint scheme once more and…
🎄 Guests Having a Blast in the Homefront Tea Room: A Nostalgic Afternoon Tea with a Festive Train Ride to Follow
A Cozy Christmas Escape at the Homefront Tea Room Every December, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum transforms the humble traditions of the past into a warm, immersive celebration guests look forward to all year. One of the most beloved seasonal experiences is the Christmas Tea inside the Homefront Tea Room, a…
November 17, 2025
🎅✨ NightCaps With St. Nick Returns — A Festive Holiday Escape in a Vintage Dining Car
A Cozy, Cheerful Holiday Tradition at TVRM The holiday season is officially here — and one of Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s most festive adult events has rolled back into the station: NightCaps with St. Nick! This one-hour evening ride invites guests to relax, unwind, and savor holiday cheer inside a beautifully…
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Awarded $100K State Grant
TENNESSEE VALLEY RAILROAD MUSEUM AWARDED A CAPITAL MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENTS GRANT FROM THE TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUM GRANT WILL BE USED FOR FURTHER IMPROVEMENTS TO GRAND JUNCTION CAMPUS CHATTANOOGA, TN. NOV 11, 2025 TENNESSEE VALLEY RAILROAD MUSEUM is a recipient of a $100,000 grant for Capital Maintenance and Improvements from the State of Tennessee as administered through…
All Aboard for Another Magical Day of Rails, Wizards, and Spells at TVRM!
A Day Where Magic Meets the Rails The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum is once again transformed into a realm of enchantment as Rails, Wizards, and Spells returns! Families, fans, and fledgling sorcerers from across the region are invited to don their robes and hats for a whimsical adventure that blends the wonder of train travel…
Aboard the Chickamauga Turn: Smiles, Scenery & Southern Charm
A Day Worth Remembering at Grand Junction The sound of the locomotive horn echoes across Grand Junction Depot as The Chickamauga Turn rolls out with a full train of happy guests. Families wave from vintage coaches, cameras capture the shining rails, and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) crew makes sure every detail reflects the…
A Wonderful Beginning to October at TVRM — Steam Engine 4501 Prepares for Summerville
A Powerful Start to October at TVRM As autumn colors begin to blanket the Tennessee Valley, there’s no better way to welcome the season than with the sight and sound of Southern Railway 4501. At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), steam is once again alive and rolling as this beloved locomotive undergoes her final…
Fall Rides Day and Night at TVRM
Fall Rides Day and Night at TVRM Fall in Chattanooga is the perfect time to slow down, take in the crisp air, and enjoy the sights and sounds of railroading. This weekend at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), you can enjoy the best of both worlds: the Missionary Ridge Local during the day and…
Waves of History — Amateur Radio Joins Founders Day at TVRM
Waves of History — Amateur Radio Joins Founders Day at TVRM Founders Day at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is always a celebration of stories that shaped Chattanooga’s rail heritage. This year, Saturday brings a new twist: the Chattanooga Amateur Radio Operators will be on site, broadcasting live from the Chickamauga Turn and inside…
N.C. & St.L. 710: 75 Years Strong & 68 Years Since Merger
Ride Through Time: N.C. & St.L. 710 at 75 Years Strong & 68 Years Since Merger This Labor Day Weekend, step aboard history in motion with N.C. & St. L. 710, the 1,500‑horsepower GP7 locomotive built in 1950 and lovingly restored to its original paint scheme. It’s not just a locomotive—it’s a tribute to 75 years of…