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.
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
Press Release: Towing Museum Enhances Survivor Fund Benefits
Board Nomination Form Now Open
Hino Trucks and Miller Industries to Donate a Hino L6 Series Truck for Auction Benefiting the International Towing Museum
Check Out Our
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”.
