Historical preservation

We had a great time hosting Hiwassee Blueway Rail to River fundraising event today. Awesome turnout with lots of fun guests. Thanks to everyone who came out and contributed to this fundraiser!

Union Depot: A Journey Through Time in Chattanooga’s Railway History Union Depot, once a bustling hub in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, stood as a testament to the city’s rich railway history. This monumental structure was served by two major railways: the Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Railway (later part of the Louisville & Nashville)…

Join Us This Giving Tuesday to Preserve Railroad Heritage Today marks a global day of generosity, #GivingTuesday, a time when communities around the world come together in the spirit of giving. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is proud to take part in this movement, with a focused mission to preserve railroad heritage and increase…

The Evolution of the Southern Railway Historical Association’s Archive: From Shaky Beginnings to a Steady Home The Southern Railway Historical Association (SRHA) was established in 1986 at the previous Southern Railway’s Spencer Shops, presently known as The North Carolina Transportation Museum. From the onset, both individuals and Norfolk Southern identified the SRHA as an organization…

E8 Locomotive Restoration Journey: From Artifact to Resilience | TVRM Blog Series Part 2 It All Started with A Birthday Party Second of two part series In this thrilling second installment of a two-part series, Robert Frye takes us through the remarkable journey of reviving an E8 locomotive from the brink of extinction. This painstaking…

Exploring the Tracks of Time: TVRM’s Educational Field Trip Experience At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), we believe in bringing history to life. Our Missionary Ridge Local field trip excursions offer students an extraordinary journey into the world of railroads. Here, learning transcends the classroom, giving students a unique perspective on an integral part…

The Lookout Mountain Incline: A Wooden Marvel of the Early 1920s Step back in time with us as we explore the Lookout Mountain Incline in its early 1920s heyday. Known for its stunning views and unique engineering, the Incline was a wooden marvel, a testament to the innovative spirit of the era. A Snapshot of…

The Timeless Tale of Locomotive 349: A Glimpse into Railroad History We’re excited to share another gem from our collection at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM): Locomotive 349, captured in its glory on the Bowdon Railroad back in the 1950s. This remarkable engine, built by Baldwin in 1891 and originally numbered 557 for the…