Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

Getting ready for the 2023 season of the North Pole Limited. As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is buzzing with activity. If you happened to swing by today, you’d notice a new addition at Grand Junction – the display car has found its new home…

A Memorable Day at The Homefront Tearoom at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Today was a day like no other at The Homefront Tearoom, nestled within the historic Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. We were graced with the presence of some truly special guests, making the atmosphere even more vibrant and heartwarming. What caught everyone’s attention were…

All Aboard for a Historic Journey to Chickamauga! Don’t Miss the Next Adventure! If you’ve ever dreamt of journeying back in time, then you’re in for a treat. Announcing our next train ride to the picturesque town of Chickamauga, Georgia. Hosted by the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, this is an experience you won’t want to…

A Local’s Guide to the Best Attractions in Chattanooga, TN Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Chattanooga, TN, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. This vibrant city combines stunning natural beauty with a rich tapestry of history, culture, and adventure, making it an ideal destination for every type of traveler. From…

Breathing New Life into the F7A: Inside the Restoration of TVRM 576 Last month, the workshops at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum buzzed with renewed energy as a brand new project chugged into its care – the recently acquired F7A, christened TVRM 576. This locomotive, a vestige of rail history and engineering prowess, has now embarked…

A Trip Down Memory Lane with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum This week, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) had the pleasure of hosting the Southern Highlands Attractions (SHA) group. On a crisp Tuesday morning, our esteemed guests were treated to a one-of-a-kind train ride. From Grand Junction to Polk Street, our guests experienced a…

TVRM: Celebrating 62 Years of Preserving Railroad Magic! It was a day marked by the gentle chug of trains, the informative hum of demonstrations, and the grandeur of a double header – all culminating in the mystique of a night photo shoot. A full day at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) brought together rail…

A Nostalgic Ride Back to 1980 at TVRM: Celebrating 45 Years of 630 & USA 610! As dawn breaks tomorrow, visitors to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) will find themselves on a remarkable journey back in time. While every day at TVRM offers a peek into railroad history, tomorrow promises an especially nostalgic trip….

All aboard the nostalgia train! 🚂 Today marks another enchanting day at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, as the majestic 4501 enters the Grand Junction yard for its second Missionary Ridge Local of the day. This is no ordinary day, as railway aficionados and families alike are in for a treat. The beautiful steam engines,…

Saturday, September 9: Founder’s Day is here Founder’s Day is here – with as many train options as possible – running a double schedule of the Missionary Ridge Local alternating 4501 and 630, special double headed 5pm Missionary Ridge Local, Evening Ridge Runner featuring live music and beverage upgrade, nighttime photo shoot and The Homefront…