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The Great Locomotive Chase
On April 12, 1862, James J. Andrews and a band of Union spies stole the locomotive, the General, from under the watchful eyes of guards at nearby Camp McDonald while passengers and crew were eating breakfast at the Lacy Hotel.
Follow in the footsteps of Confederate Conductor William Fuller as he chases "Andrews Raiders" with a dramatic tour featuring an exciting movie about the chase, a façade of the Lacy Hotel, a tunnel, and the General.
The spies were stopped just before reaching Chattanooga. Those who were caught, including Andrews and Sgt. John Scott, were hanged. The Union participants of the Great Locomotive Chase were later among the first recipients of the Medal of Honor,many posthumously. Learn more about the spies in the Museum's Raiders Gallery that features Sgt. Scott's Medal of Honor, as well as photos and information about all 22 raiders.
Address
Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History
2829 Cherokee Street
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 427-2117
Hours of Operation
Open daily
Monday – Saturday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Closed New Year's Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Christmas
Eve and Christmas Day
Admission
Adults $7.50
Senior Citizens (over 60) $6.50
Children 4-12 $5.50
Children 3 and under Free
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