Chattanooga in Hamilton County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
Tennessee Valley Railroad And Museum
Operates over 3 miles near original East Tennessee, Virginia & Georgia Railroad right of way, using pre-1930 equipment, to East Chattanooga terminus. Line passes through 984 foot long Missionary Ridge Tunnel built in 1852-54, the only “Horseshoe” railway tunnel in State.
Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission. (Marker Number 2A 79.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Man-Made Features • Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the Tennessee Historical Commission series list.
Location. 35° 4.06′ N, 85° 12.375′ W. Marker is in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in Hamilton County. Marker can be reached from Cromwell Road, 0.6 miles west of Jersey Pike. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4119 Cromwell Rd, Chattanooga TN 37421, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Crucial Supply Lines (within shouting distance of this marker); Bonny Oaks School (approx. 1.4 miles away); Cleburne's Division (approx. 1.8 miles away); Polk's Brigade (approx. 1.8 miles away); a different marker also named Cleburne's Division (approx. 1.8 miles away); Wright's Brigade (approx. 1.8 miles away); Lowrey's Brigade (approx. 1.8 miles away); 47th Ohio Infantry (approx. 1.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chattanooga.
Also see . . .
1. Tennessee Valley Railroad. (Submitted on June 3, 2011, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia.)
2. YouTube - Tennessee Valley Railroad (tvrail's Channel). Several videos can be seen. (Submitted on June 3, 2011, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia.)
Additional commentary.
1. Displays and Excursions
Displays do change at the museum from time to time due to maintenance/restoration or for other various reasons so what is pictured on this marker page might not necessarily be what you would see on your visit to the museum. Be sure to check the museum link for hours before making a visit to ensure they will be open at the time of your visit. They also have scheduled rail trips from a daily short trip, a dinner ride and up to an eight hour excursion held several times a year, tickets are limited and best purchased prior to your trip to avoid tickets being sold out or not enough available for your whole party.
— Submitted May 13, 2021, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 13, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 3, 2011, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia. This page has been viewed 933 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on June 3, 2011, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia. 2, 3. submitted on May 13, 2021, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. submitted on June 3, 2011, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia. 10. submitted on May 13, 2021, by David Tibbs of Resaca, Georgia. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.