Preserving History: East Chattanooga’s 2024 Railway Expansion Project
Preserving History: East Chattanooga’s 2024 Railway Expansion Project 2024 marks a significant year in the history of Chattanooga’s railway heritage. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum(TVRM), renowned for preserving rail history, embarks on a monumental project: building new tracks off the south side of the East Chattanooga turntable. This initiative highlights the ongoing dedication to maintaining…
January 12, 2024
All Aboard the Hiwassee Loop: East Tennessee’s Railway Gem
As the weekend approaches, it’s the perfect time to discover one of East Tennessee’s most breathtaking scenic journeys: the Hiwassee Loop and/or Copperhill Special train ride. For both railway enthusiasts and those new to the world of trains, this trip promises unparalleled views, rich history, and a taste of engineering ingenuity. Journeying through the heart…
A Step Back in Time: TVRM’s 1941 Studebaker Tells the Tale of Express Delivery Evolution
The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is known for its impressive collection of historic locomotives and passenger cars, but the richness of our collection extends beyond these classic examples of rail transport. Among our diverse assortment of railroad artifacts, the 1941 Railway Express Agency Studebaker delivery truck holds a unique place. Fresh out of the…
May 12, 2023