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Welcome

to The International Towing &
Recovery Museum

It all started more than 37 years ago when a group of dedicated towing professionals, the Friends of Towing, decided to recognize outstanding individuals in the towing and recovery industry worldwide, record the industry’s history, collect and display artifacts and memorabilia in a museum setting, and provide information about the industry to the public. Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the birthplace of the U.S. towing industry, the International Towing Museum displays equipment that has kept the U.S. roadways clear and operating since 1916.

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Become a Member

Check out the benefits

Becoming a member of the ITRHFM not only helps maintain and preserve our industry’s past, but it also offers an increased Survivor Fund benefit to your drivers, 10% discount at the gift shop as well as free museum admission.

News & Events

Articles & blog posts with useful information

Towing Museum Auctions Tow Truck and Raises $155,000

Board Nomination Form Now Open

Hino Trucks and Miller Industries to Donate a Hino L6 Series Truck for Auction Benefiting the International Towing Museum

Press Release Towing Hall of Fame Announces Honorees for 2024

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Featured Exhibits

Our exhibits intrigue young and old alike. With 24 tow trucks in our showroom, ranging from 1913 to 2002– we offer a look into the past for history fans, and a timeline of progress for automotive enthusiasts.
Our goal is to continue expanding our exhibits, giving you, our visitors, a reason to return year after year. We are a great spot for school trips, car clubs, bus tours or just a fun family outing”.

Survivor Fund Pledge

Make your pledge today to support our industry

Every year, across our country and around the world, men and women are killed in the line of service while working in the towing and recovery industry. The International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum Survivor Fund provides financial assistance to the families of our fallen in their time of need. To ensure the longevity of these benefits as we work to build a perpetual fund, we are asking each person, company and organization in the industry to participate in supporting the Survivor Fund and these families when a tragedy occurs. Your pledge to become a Survivor Fund Continuing Support Partner represents a commitment to our industry.

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NEW HOURS: Monday: CLOSED, Tuesday-Sunday: 10am-6pm (423) 267-3132