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More and more travelers are looking for ways to see new places while still respecting the land and traditions of places they travel. We've made it easier for you by compiling this directory of places to stay, eat and have fun while still helping us preserve the best of Tennessee.
The businesses, events and attractions listed here all are working to take better care of the natural resources, the history, and the culture that make Tennessee such a great place to live or to visit.
Manchester Arts Center
Presents shows Aug. , Oct. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Manchester, TN
Phone: 931-728-3434
Market Square
Knoxville’s Market Square is host to an eclectic blend of culinary delights, has a variety of stores to suit your shopping needs with friendly merchants ready to assist you and features two water play fountains for the kids. Market Square is adjacent to the scenic Krutch Park. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: (865) 215-4248
Market Street Antique Mall
One of the largest antique malls in the country featuring 150 dealers and a 40,000 square-foot cafe. ...more
McMinn County Courthouse Square
Beautiful courthouse, gift shops, specialty shops, antiques, drugstore with soda fountain, furniture and Bed & Breakfast. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Athens, TN
Phone: 423-745-0334
Meigs County Historical Museum
This museum building opened in Dec. 2002, and features a time-line history of Meigs County and includes artifacts and genealogies. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Decatur, TN
Phone: 423-334-4424
Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art is the oldest fine arts museum in the state of Tennessee and houses an outstanding collection of art dating from antiquity to the present. The Brooks is dedicated to enriching the lives of our visitors through the museum's expanding collection, varied exhibitions, and dynamic programs. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-544-6200
Memphis In May International Festival
For over 30 years, Memphis in May has meant great music, great BBQ, great fun! It kicks off with the Beale Street Music Festival featuring over 65 performers in rock & roll, blues, and soul. Every year, an international country and culture is celebrated with cuisine and wines, exhibits and commerce. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 525-4611
Memphis Pink Palace Museum
Discover Mid-South history at the Pink Palace, a regional, cultural and natural history museum with planetarium and IMAX Theater. Traveling exhibits offered three times a year. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-636-2362
Memphis Rock 'n Soul Museum
Gateway to the history of the Memphis musical heritage and the cultural impact influencing society. Includes seven galleries of artifacts, video, pictures, words and music. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-205-2533
Mid East Tennessee Regional Fair
County Fair - carnival, exhibits, agriculture shows, motor sport events during Labor Day Week. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Athens, TN
Phone: 423-745-6947
Mississippi River Museum
Eighteen-gallery museum of the natural and cultural history of the lower Mississippi River. Over 5,000 artifacts tell the river's story of early settlement, riverboats and barges, the Civil War on the river and delta music from Blues to Rock and Roll. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-576-7241
Mitchell Creek Marina
Mitchell Creek Marina is a fairly new marina on Dale Hollow Lake, established in 2006, that offers a variety of boat slips, pontoon, jet ski, tube, wakeboard, and ski rentals, 2 level store, food court, game room, laundry mat, volleyball court, playground, beach area, splash pad, & special events & activities. For more information please call at 931-823-6666 or visit us online at www. ...more
Region: Upper Cumberland
City: Allons, TN
Phone: (931) 823-6666
Monthaven
A beautiful 2 story frame home that was built around 1860. It served as a hospital during the Civil War and is listed on the National Historic Register. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Hendersonville, TN
Phone: 615-822-0789
Mud Island River Park
Experience the river on the river. Recreational and educational facility showcasing the Mississippi River with museum. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-576-7241
Museum Center at 5ive Points
Experience Southern Appalachian regional history dating from Cherokee history up to today in our permanent exhibit, River of Time. Changing exhibits highlight interesting history topics, such as Cherokee history, Civil War, industrial history, as well as regional art. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Cleveland, TN
Phone: 423-339-5745
Upcoming events
Date: May 21, 2013
Nine to Five
Location: Crossville, TN
Date: May 21, 2013
An Evening with The Black Crowes
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Date: May 23, 2013
Test and Tune
Location: Millington, TN
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