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Celebrating Jim Lusk’s Legacy at Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) community specifically, mourns the loss of James Buckner Lusk, a cherished local figure and a long-time friend of TVRM. Known for his dedicated service and role as a beloved Santa, James also contributed to TVRM with his unique “Turntable Talks.”…

Behind the scenes: Forklift Certification Training At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), our commitment to preserving the rich traditions of the railway system extends beyond mere exhibitions and ride experiences. This week, we underscored this commitment by conducting comprehensive forklift training for our team, a critical component of our behind-the-scenes operations that ensures both…

Celebrating Passion and Dedication: Lisa Goodman and the TVRM Gift Shop At the heart of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) lies not just a commitment to preserving railway history but also a dedication to enhancing visitor experiences. One shining example of this commitment is Lisa Goodman, who was recently featured in Chatter magazine for…

TVRM’s Steve Freer Highlights Day Out With Thomas on WDEF’s The Morning Show This morning, Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s very own Steve Freer made a guest appearance on WDEF’s The Morning Show, where he shared exciting details about the upcoming Day Out With Thomas event. This special segment not only highlighted the event’s fun activities…

Step aboard the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) and be whisked away into an era of steam engines and railway romance. This weekend, TVRM invites you to experience the charm of a bygone age with rides on the Missionary Ridge Local, powered by the historic engine, Steam Star #630—a testament to our nation’s rich railway…

Spike was spotted checking out all the fun things happening at TVRM! Spring must really be on the way.   photo by Randy Neal

Steam Engine 630: A Century-Old Engineering Marvel Turned to Life at TVRM At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), history isn’t just displayed; it’s brought to life. One of the most captivating attractions is the turntable demonstration featuring the venerable Steam Engine 630, a 120-year-old locomotive. This unique event allows visitors to step back in…

Dinner on the Diner: A Vintage Dining Experience Welcome to a dining experience like no other – Dinner on the Diner at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM). This unique event offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a sumptuous three-course meal aboard beautifully restored vintage dining cars, transporting you to a bygone era of luxury…

Art & Train History Unite at TVRM Market Dive into a vibrant blend of culture and heritage at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), where today and tomorrow’s art market promises an enriching encounter with local creativity set against a backdrop of railroad preservation. As we spotlight this unique event, we merge the allure of…

Celebrating 100 Years: The Journey of Southern Railway Dining Car No. 3158 A Century of Service – TVRM’s former Southern Railway Dining Car No. 3158 has long held the record of being the oldest continuously operating dining car in the country, and today that record enters triple digits, as the venerable 78 foot long, 87-ton…