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Hollywood

Step into the spotlight with the Hollywood segment at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, where the glitz and glamour of the silver screen meet the historic charm of the rails. This post showcases the museum’s connections to Hollywood, featuring the trains and locations that have appeared in films and television shows. Discover the stories behind these cinematic appearances, the process of transforming a working railroad into a movie set, and how the museum preserves these pieces of entertainment history for fans and enthusiasts alike.

“In The Movies”: The Riveting Tale of Southern Railway No. 4501

Few can boast the timeless allure and charm of a steam locomotive. But when that very locomotive shares screen space with Hollywood luminaries, the tale turns legendary. From Tracks to Reels The year was 1971. Southern Railway No. 4501, a locomotive steeped in history, transcended its traditional track boundaries. It was cast alongside James Maitland…