Railroads of the Tennessee Valley: A New Exhibit at TVRM

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Note: Access to the property and exhibits is included, but this does not cover train rides.

Admission to the Exhibit Hall is free with any train ride ticket purchase – no extra fee required.

Located Across the Parking Lot from Grand Junction Depot.

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Current Exhibits:

Railroads of the Tennessee Valley

Discover how railroads, including the Nashville, Chattanooga, and St. Louis Railway, the Louisville and Nashville Railway, and others, significantly shaped the Tennessee Valley from the late 19th to the early 20th century, influencing its cultural identity and economic growth.

The Golden Age of Passenger Travel

Step back into the early 20th century to witness the elegance of railroad passenger travel. Experience the luxury of companies like Pullman and explore the post-WWII transformation of passenger rail travel, marked by innovative designs and first-class service.

Tell it to the Marines: The Railway Post Office in the 1920s

Uncover the thrilling history of the Railway Post Office in the 1920s, a time marred by robberies and gangsters. Learn how the U.S. Marines, dubbed the 'Mail Marines', safeguarded the nation's finances and mail on the railroads, setting new standards for security.

TVRM: The First Sixty Years

Celebrate 60 years of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, a testament to the preservation of railroad history. From its inception in 1961 to preserving steam-era railroading, discover the museum's journey, its extensive collection, and its role in keeping the golden age of railroading alive for future generations.