Historic Proclamation on Tour
The Emancipation Proclamation will be on display throughout the month of February at the Tennessee State Museum in Nashville.
Retrace ‘Roots’ at Alex Haley Museum in Henning
The Alex Haley Museum and Interpretive Center makes literary history in Henning, Tennessee.
For Whom the Bell Tolls at Pioneer Hall Museum
Discover the historical significance of Pioneer Hall Museum in Pleasant Hill, featuring one of the last bells cast by Paul Revere before his death.
100 Years of Girl Scouts Honored at Oak Ridge Museum
Celebrate 100 years of scouting with a new permanent exhibit honoring Girl Scouts at the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge.
Get Out on Tennessee’s Trails and Byways
Take a spring staycation with this guide to some of our favorite attractions along Tennessee’s Trails and Byways.
Gallagher Guitars: A Family Legacy in Wartrace
In the tiny town of Wartrace, three generations of Gallaghers have produced exquisite, personalized handmade guitars for discerning pickers, including the likes of Doc Watson and Charlie Daniels.
Go Back in Time at Sam Davis Summer Camps
Kids can travel back to the 1800s and into the world of Civil War legend Sam Davis at a series of summer camps at the Sam Davis Home in Smyrna.
McMinn County Living Heritage Museum Keeps History Alive
Located in Athens, Tennessee, the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum collects, preserves and displays the artifacts, documents and other items that represent the history of the county.
Smithsonian Journey Stories Travel to Tennessee
Visitors to Cumberland Homesteads Tower Museum in Crossville from January 8 through February 20 can experience the Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibition, Journey Stories.
Red Boiling Springs Famous for Bed & Breakfasts, Mineral Water
The scenic rural valley of Red Boiling Springs became famous for its natural mineral waters. Its three remaining historic hotels offer a peaceful glimpse of the town’s resort history.
Tennessee’s Civil War Trails
Civil War Trails program sends tourists through scenic Tennessee hills and hollers.
Stencil House Moved to Ames Plantation for Preservation
Stencil House, named for its unique wallpapering method, was moved 100 miles to ensure historical preservation in West Tennessee.
The Grand Ole Opry – What a Show!
It’s the longest-running live radio show in history. It’s the show that made country music famous. It’s the Grand Ole Opry, and it’s been a Nashville legend since the 1920s.
Davies Manor Plantation: The Oldest Home in Shelby County
Visit Davies Manor Plantation in rural Shelby County for a glimpse at the olden days.
Maury County Steeped in History, Family Fun
Visit this Middle Tennessee spot for antebellum homes, fun festivals and unique dining.
Commander Inn Chief: Experience History at the Netherland Inn of Kingsport
Kingsport’s Netherland Inn hosted all three presidents from Tennessee.
Catch the Spirit in Adams: Home of the Bell Witch
Adams overflows with history and mystery, thanks to the legend of the Bell Witch.
Civil War Dinner Theater at Buttonwillow Plantation
Civil War buffs can go back in time at the Buttonwillow Church Civil War Dinner Theater.
From Field to Fabric at Memphis Cotton Museum
Ever wondered exactly how a boll of cotton becomes fabric?
MLK’s Legacy Lives at Civil Rights Museum
The Lorraine, the infamous location of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1968 assassination, was converted into the National Civil Rights Museum in 1991.
Travel in Time to Historic Collinsville
Travelers can journey back in time at Historic Collinsville, a 19th-century log settlement.
Whitwell Remembers Holocaust with Paperclips
In the tiny town of Whitwell, Tennessee, stands one of the world’s most modest yet profound remembrances of World War II genocide, the Children’s Holocaust Memorial.
