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Rail Preservation

Explore the rich history and heritage of rail preservation at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. From meticulous restoration projects to the conservation of vintage locomotives and carriages, our Rail Preservation tag offers a comprehensive look at the ongoing efforts to maintain and celebrate the golden age of rail travel. Dive into detailed insights on restoration techniques, preservation stories, and exclusive events that honor the legacy of the railroad. Join us on this journey to keep history alive and relive the charm of the bygone era of steam and steel.

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Restore the Eden Isle #98 This Giving Tuesday

Support the Restoration of Office Car #98 on Giving Tuesday Today, on #GivingTuesday, a movement that unleashes the power of radical generosity, we are reaching out to our community and rail enthusiasts with a special appeal. Our beloved Office Car #98, known as the Eden Isle, requires restoration to return it to its original splendor,…

November 28, 2017

Posted in: Historic Preservation, Locomotive Restoration Updates, Railroad History And Heritage, Railroad Safety Awareness, Railway Photography

Smoke & Cinders (1st Quarter 2017) – The First 55 Years

A Ride Down Memory Lane: Steam Locomotive 630 and The Legacy of TVRM It seems like yesterday that we watched steam locomotive 630 roll out for test runs in the spring of 2011. I still remember the excitement in the air, the buzz of anticipation and the pride that every TVRM employee felt on that…

February 12, 2017

Posted in: Locomotive Restoration Updates, Railroad History And Heritage, Smoke & Cinders, Volunteer Spotlights