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Tennesseans appreciate their history and heritage, from the music that moves us to the movers and shakers who changed history.

Explore the many historic homes and heritage towns, like the utopian village of Rugby, and museums that stand as reminders of Tennessee's rich past. Learn about the U.S. Presidents that called Tennessee home; visit Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, the only surviving residence of James K. Polk, and the Andrew Johnson Historic Site. Put yourself in the shoes of frontiersman David Crockett or learn about music pioneers like Elvis Presley and W.C. Handy, the father of the blues.

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Brownsville Historic District
"Tour the historical district of homes and churches on the National Register of Historic ...more

City:  Brownsville, TN
Phone:  731-772-2193

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Buchanan Log House
"An historic site available for weddings, business seminars/workshops and family reunions. The Buchanan Log House, a two story log construction home which was built in 1807-1808, is listed on the National Register of Historic ...more

City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615-871-4524

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Butler Mansion
"The Butler Mansion, grand dame of the Hampton historic district is an architectural jewel perfectly situated for your special event, meeting, retreat, business travel or just a romantic getaway. Enjoy unique, private, luxurious accommodations and first class amenities in a warm and friendly atmosphere where personal service is the order of the day. Walk through the colorful rooms and look at ...more

City:  Hampton, TN
Phone:  423-725-3544

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Butler Museum
"This museum depicts early life in the mountains featuring Indian artifacts, Civil War artifacts and artifacts from home life. Old town of Butler up to 1948 when gates of Watauga Dam were ...more

City:  Butler, TN
Phone:  423-768-2911

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Cades Cove Heritage Tours
"Purchase tickets online, over the phone, or in ...more

City:  Townsend, TN
Phone:  865-448-8838

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Cafe Piazza
"Step back in time at the Square in Collierville and enjoy homemade dishes made with the freshest ingredients at quaint Cafe Piazza. Appetizers such as fried calamari, insalata caprese, or an antipasto plate delight the palate. Known and recognized for their salads, Cafe Piazza features pastas and paninis as well. The pizza is legendary--thin crust, made to order, with a ...more

City:  Collierville, TN
Phone:  901-861-1999

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Carnton Plantation
"Carnton is the restored home of John and Carrie McGavock. The house once a vibrant plantation home, served as field hospital to hundreds of wounded and dying Confederate soldiers following the Battle of Franklin in 1864. The house, grounds and garden are open for tours ...more

City:  Franklin, TN
Phone:  615-794-0903

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Carriage Tours of Memphis
"Enjoy a romantic or informative horse-drawn carriage ride through historic Downtown Memphis. Drivers give history as well as info on attractions, food and more. Available throughout the Mid-South area for weddings and parties ...more

City:  Memphis, TN
Phone:  901-527-7542

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Castalian Springs
"The famous historic homes and landscapes of Castalian Springs were deeply affected by the Civil War and Reconstruction.  From 1862 to 1865, a federal garrison made camp about one-half mile southwest of Wynnewood, the National Register-listed log tavern and home located at 210 Old Highway 25.  After the war, the Wynne family asked the federal government for $6,540 in damages, ...more

Phone:  888-301-7866

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Charlotte Courthouse Square Historic District
"See Tennessee's oldest operating courthouse, built in 1804, along with 10 other historic ...more

City:  Charlotte, TN
Phone:  877-718-4967

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Chattanooga History Walking Tours on the Riverfront
"The Riverfront is at the core of Chattanooga's history, and it is the one place in our community from which sites related to the first settlers, the Cherokees, the Civil War, reconstruction, industrialization, and the renaissance can be visually referenced. Take a short walk, approximately 6 blocks, with our guide, and get an overview of the fascinating history of this ...more

City:  Chattanooga, TN
Phone:  423-265-3247

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Chattanooga National Cemetery
"The largest cemetery in the state, Chattanooga National Cemetery's 121 acres hold the remains of veterans from the Revolutionary War to the Gulf War, as well as 186 graves of German prisoners-of-war from both World Wars. It is the only national cemetery to contain the graves of foreign POW's. The cemetery was established in December 1863 to provide a proper ...more

City:  Chattanooga, TN
Phone:  423-855-6590

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Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
"Cheekwood is a 55-acre botanical garden and art museum located on the historic Cheek estate. With nationally recognized collections of American and contemporary painting and sculpture, a botanical garden named in the "Top Five" by Southern Living magazine, and year-round family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone at ...more

City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615 -356-8000

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Cherry Mansion
"Circa 1830, served as headquarters for Major General Ulysses S. Grant in the spring of 1862. Building is not open to the ...more

City:  Savannah, TN
Phone:  800-552-3866

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Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
"Point Park commemorates the soldiers who fought in the 1863 Civil War battles for Chattanooga. The battlefields of Orchard Knob, Lookout Mountain and portions of Missionary Ridge are all components of the National ...more

City:  Lookout Mountain, TN
Phone:  423-821-7786

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Bledsoe's Fort Historic Park
"Eighty-acre park. Includes archaeological site, Isaac Bledsoe's fort c. 1780s. Also features restored log cabin and stone Irish ...more

City:  Castalian Springs, TN
Phone:  615-452-5463

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Blockade Runner, Sutlery & Civil War Museum
"The Civil War Museum is dedicated to the common soldier North or South during the June 1863 Tullahoma ...more

City:  Wartrace, TN
Phone:  931-389-6294

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Blount Mansion
"The 1792 home of Territorial Governor, William Blount, a signer of the U.S. Constitution and a drafter of the Tennessee ...more

City:  Knoxville, TN
Phone:  888-654-0016

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Blues City Tours
"Graceland, City Tour, Mud Island, Riverboat, Civil Rights Museum. Casino at Mud Island, Memphis Music Tour, Shopping at Beale ...more

City:  Memphis, TN
Phone:  901-522-9229

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Bolivar Historic District Walking Tour
"Take a leisurely walk through Bolivar to see businesses and homes of historic and architectural ...more

City:  Bolivar, TN
Phone:  731-658-6554

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Bowen Plantation House
"Circa 1787, the Bowen Plantation House is among Tennessee's oldest brick residences. Built by Revolutionary War Veteran, Captain William Bowen and his wife, Mary, the home represents the determination of early settlers to survive on the frontier. The home is located within Moss-Wright ...more

City:  Goodlettsville, TN
Phone:  615-859-3678

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Bradley Academy Museum & Cultural Center
"Built in 1917 as a school for African Americans. Features restored classroom, Civil War exhibit and local history ...more

City:  Murfreesboro, TN
Phone:  615-867-2633

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Bristol Sign
"Historic landmark spanning the state line declaring Bristol "A Good Place to Live." Listed on the National Register of Historic ...more

City:  Bristol, TN
Phone:  423-989-4850

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Britton Lane Civil War Battlefield
"Site of 1862 battle. Restored log cabin used as a hospital on battlefield site. More than 5,000 troops met in ...more

City:  Denmark, TN
Phone:  731-935-2209

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Bromley Hotel
"Built 1909-1911, residence and clinic for Horace C. Bromley. National Register of Historic Places. This property became a hotel from ...more

City:  Linden, TN
Phone:  931-589-5692

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Brown-Daly-Horne House (Citizens Bank)
"Built in 1855 and purchased by Governor John C. Brown in 1869. One of the finest examples of Queen Anne-style in the ...more

City:  Pulaski, TN
Phone:  931-363-1582

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Buchanan Log House
"An historic site available for weddings, business seminars/workshops and family reunions. The Buchanan Log House, a two story log construction home which was built in 1807-1808, is listed on the National Register of Historic ...more

City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615-871-4524

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Buck Lodge Fortifications (Fort Mitchell)
"The Buck Lodge site was another federal stockade meant to protect the vital Louisville and Nashville railroad line.  Manned by the 13th Indiana Field Artillery and the 106th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, the fortifications protected two bridges as well as a water tank.  The site is not open to the ...more

City:  Gallatin, TN
Phone:  888-425-5286

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Buford Pusser Sheriff's Office
"The Historic McNairy County Courthouse has preserved the original office of Former Sheriff Buford Pusser. Daily tours are open to the ...more

City:  Selmer, TN
Phone:  731-645-6360

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Butler Museum
"This museum depicts early life in the mountains featuring Indian artifacts, Civil War artifacts and artifacts from home life. Old town of Butler up to 1948 when gates of Watauga Dam were ...more

City:  Butler, TN
Phone:  423-768-2911

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Dyersburg Okena Park
"A tornado in 2004 almost derailed this arboretum when it damaged and destroyed several trees. The hub of recreation activities for the Dyersburg community, this park contains a one-mile walking trail with various trees labeled for easy viewing from the trail. For more information contact ...more

City:  Dyersburg, TN
Phone:  731-285-6420

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East Tennessee State University (ETSU)
"The ETSU arboretum encompasses the entire 366-acre campus of the university and is located in Johnson City. The arboretum contains over 135 species of trees representing 6 families of conifers and 33 families of angiosperms, and include trees from Asia, Europe, and North America. Pamphlets are available for self-guided tours, and visitors can also take a self-guided audio tour. For ...more

City:  Johnson City, TN
Phone:  423-439-8635

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Elizabethton Walking Tour
"A self-guided walking tour. Tour the historic structures along this mainly level route. Shop and eat in the historic downtown area. Brochures available at the Chamber of ...more

City:  Elizabethton, TN
Phone:  423-547-3850

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Erin Historic District
"Erin, established in 1871, has gift and craft shops. The third Saturday in March is the biggest Irish celebration this side of Chicago. Originally settled by Irish immigrants who came to build the railroad, the town has developed a two-mile walking trail along the abandoned railroad bed. The trail runs through the historic district, which includes Victorian homes and businesses ...more

City:  Erin, TN
Phone:  931-289-5100

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Fayetteville Historic Downtown
"Visit Fayetteville's historic downtown for shopping, dining, art and beautiful architecture from the late 1800s to early 1900s. During the 2nd week of November the town comes alive with the spirit of a Dickens Christmas during Host of Christmas ...more

City:  Fayetteville, TN
Phone:  888-433-1238

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Franklin on Foot
"Daily guided walking tours of historic Franklin, seasonal "Ghost and Gore" tours and "I Spy Downtown Franklin." Hands-on tours for ...more

City:  Franklin, TN
Phone:  615-400-3808

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Greeneville Historic District
"Bricked sidewalks lined with historic homes. Features the 4 corners of Andrew Johnson, tailor shop and museum, early home, statue and birthplace ...more

City:  Greeneville, TN
Phone:  423-638-4111

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Harpeth Hall School
"The objective of this arboretum is to provide green space in the urban environment and provide educational opportunities for horticultural sciences and independent study of tree identification. Visitors are welcome but are encouraged to sign in prior to viewing the grounds. For contact information call ...more

City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615-292-6009

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Hermitage Garden
"Andrew Jackson hired an English gardener, William Frost, in 1819 at the recommendation of a friend to plan and lay out the garden at The Hermitage. The garden covers more than an acre and contains many of the flowers available in the 1800s. It was a place that Rachel Jackson loved so much that President Jackson had a special gazebo-like ...more

City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615-889-2941, ext. 220

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Historic Collinsville
"A log pioneer settlement interprets life in middle Tennessee during the 1800s. The original buildings are furnished and restored ...more

City:  Southside, TN
Phone:  931-648-9141

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Historic Downtown Clinton
"Spend countless hours shopping for antiques, collectibles and specialty items and enjoy the unique eateries in restored Historic Downtown ...more

City:  Clinton, TN
Phone:  800-524-3602

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Historic Downtown Dickson
"Civil War soldiers built the railroad that now fronts the Historic Halbrook Hotel, War Memorial Building and the new city park. Just off the railroad you will find, not only the Old Train Depot., but also the birthplace of Frank Clement in the Halbrook Hotel. See the War Memorial Building that is one of only two Depression-era War Memorial Buildings in ...more

City:  Dickson, TN
Phone:  877-718-4967

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Historic Downtown Rockwood
"In the quaint historic downtown area of Rockwood visitors will find antique & specialty shops, an ole-timey soda fountain, Glitterville Studios, country cooking & fine dining, and foot-stompin' fun at a bluegrass music show, all within a city block. Rockwood is home to the Annual Christmas Home Tour complete with civil war re-enactments the 1st weekend in December and is ...more

City:  Rockwood, TN
Phone:  865-354-0611

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Historic Downtown Sparta
"Restaurants with historical themes, bluegrass music, Oldham Theater, welcome center, Lester Flatt Memorial, Calfkiller River Park and ...more

City:  Sparta, TN
Phone:  931-836-3248

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Historic Gainesboro
"Gainesboro's entire square is on the National Register of Historic Places. A second district was designated including a residential ...more

City:  Gainesboro, TN
Phone:  931-268-0971

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