Discover the rich history of the Western & Atlantic Railroad Tunnel in Tunnel Hill, GA, at the Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Museum. Immerse yourself in over 160 years of railroad and Civil War history as you explore the museum and marvel at the engineering feat of the first major railroad tunnel in the South, completed in 1850. Walk in the footsteps of Union and Confederate soldiers as you visit the historic Clisby Austin House, once a Confederate field hospital and later used as a headquarters for Union General William T. Sherman during the Atlanta Campaign.
Experience a guided tour through the tunnel itself, where you can see original drill marks from its construction and learn about the famous Civil War event, the Great Locomotive Chase, which passed through the tunnel in 1862. With fascinating artifacts on display and the opportunity to step back in time, the Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Museum offers a captivating journey through history.
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