"Chattanooga Choo-Choo" Historical Marker

Big Band leader Glenn Miller's song "Chattanooga Choo-Choo" was written in 1941 as a song for the movie debut of "Sun Valley Serenade" and became a top-selling pop hit during the early years of World War II. While it wasn't the first record to sell 1 million copies, it was the first gold record presented by RCA Victor. Miller's recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. 

While in Chattanooga, visit other music history sites like the Bessie Smith Cultural Center that celebrates the "Queen of the Blues." Experience live music at a number of venues across the city like Hi-Fi Clyde's and The Foundry. Grab a meal at great restaurants, have an outdoor adventure and see incredible family-friendly attractions like the Tennessee Aquarium and High Point Climbing and Fitness .