A Summer Day to Remember – Riding Through Time at TVRM
☀️ All Aboard for a Full Day of Fun and History The first Saturday of August is made for memory-making, and there’s no better place to spend it than at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. With a lineup of classic train rides, warm sunshine, and Chattanooga charm, you’re invited to turn an ordinary Saturday into…
A Night to Remember — Dinner in the Depot Returns August 16
A Night to Remember — Dinner in the Depot Returns August 16 🍽️ Experience an Evening Like No Other On August 16, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum invites you to Dinner in the Depot — an elegant evening of fine dining, nostalgic atmosphere, and the rhythmic sound of wheels on rails. Set in our beautifully…
Feel the Power of 1904 — Steam #630’s Mighty Pulse Echoes Through Chattanooga
Feel the Power of 1904 — Steam #630’s Mighty Pulse Echoes Through Chattanooga Sunlight flickers through Missionary Ridge Tunnel as #630 thunders ahead, whistle echoing off sandstone walls. You’re aboard the Missionary Ridge Local, a short-line excursion that compresses 120 years of railroad evolution into a single, sensory-rich hour. What begins as a gentle roll…
Steam, Sunsets & Scones in Chattanooga
Chattanooga was once the crossroads of Southern railroading, and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) has preserved that spirit since its 1961. This weekend, you can sample that legacy three different ways: ride behind 113-year-old steam star #630 on the Missionary Ridge Local, watch twilight roll in from the Evening Ridge Runner, and savor chef-crafted…
Legacy America at TVRM: A Night of Storytelling, Community, and Rail Heritage
Legacy America Premieres at TVRM: Honoring the Soul of American Railroads Tonight, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) had the profound honor of hosting the premiere of Legacy America – A Portrait of the American Railway, a new documentary film that celebrates the enduring impact of railroads on American identity, industry, and culture. Set against…
Celebrate Spring in Full Bloom at TVRM This Weekend!
Spring has officially rolled into Chattanooga, and so has a weekend full of charm, adventure, and delicious experiences at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM)! Whether you’re in the mood for a family outing with a fluffy guest conductor 🐰, a romantic dinner on the rails, or a scenic ride through North Georgia or along…
Opening Day Excitement at TVRM – Day Out With Thomas 2025
Opening Day Excitement at TVRM – Day Out With Thomas 2025 All Aboard for Smiles and Steam: Day Out With Thomas 2025 Rolls Into TVRM! The whistle has blown, the tracks are buzzing with excitement, and Thomas the Tank Engine has officially rolled into the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM)! The opening day of Day…
Steam, Smiles, and Storytime: Day Out With Thomas Kicks Off at TVRM!
All Aboard! Thomas is Ready to Party in Chattanooga Chattanooga families, get ready! Thomas the Tank Engine is chugging into the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) this April for a celebration 80 years in the making. The beloved blue engine will be at TVRM for Day Out With Thomas: The Party Tour on April 5-6…
Experience the Thrill of Steam Railroading at TVRM
Experience the Thrill of Steam Railroading at TVRM TVRM is kicking off its steam season in style with a special two-day event featuring two of the most iconic steam locomotives in the country. Whether you’re a longtime railfan or new to the world of steam trains, this event offers an unforgettable glimpse into the power…
Heritage Meets History at TVRM: Celebrating TAG Heritage Unit #4851
Heritage Meets History at TVRM: Celebrating TAG Heritage Unit #4851 The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is proud to host the TAG Heritage Unit #4851 for a private holiday event featuring Norfolk Southern employees. This striking locomotive, originally built in 2000, showcases the legacy of the Tennessee, Alabama & Georgia (TAG) Railway with its heritage-inspired…
December 9, 2024