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Historic Theatres

Tennessee's many beautiful historic theatres—many of them recently refurbished—function as spectacular venues no matter what the occasion. Whether it is a play at Tennessee's state theatre, the ornate and fabulous Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville, a concert at Memphis's historic 1928 Orpheum Theatre or a show at Nashville's legendary Ryman Auditorium, the venue alone will no doubt make the occasion feel magical. Here are a few of the fabulous historic theatres; click here to see more.

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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 Street. ...more

Region:  Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City:  Memphis, TN
Phone:  901-522-9229

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Bristol Historic Downtown
From its earliest days, Bristol served as a trade hub and by the late 1800s, it had become the largest center for commerce within a 200-mile radius. In 1899, H. ...more

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

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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. ...more

Region:  Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City:  Memphis, TN
Phone:  901-527-7542

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Center for Southern Folklore & Cafe
Informal folklife center presenting music and arts and crafts. Cultural tours, noon-time music shows, exhibits, cyber cafe, lunches and gift shop. ...more

Region:  Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City:  Memphis, TN
Phone:  901-525-3655

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Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre
Nashville's oldest professional dinner theatre. They have provided a delicious Southern buffet and Broadway-style plays for over 40 years. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615-646-9977

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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 place. ...more

Region:  Chattanooga & Southeast
City:  Chattanooga, TN
Phone:  423-265-3247

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Cleveland Downtown Historic Walking Tour
This self-guided walking tour allows you to personally experience downtown Cleveland's unique history. Enjoy charming shops and eateries located along the tour route. ...more

Region:  Chattanooga & Southeast
City:  Cleveland, TN
Phone:  423-472-6587

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Cradle of Country Music Walking Tour
Country music is right at home in downtown Knoxville. Take a stroll through country music history from pioneer ballads to rockabilly. ...more

Region:  Knoxville & Middle East
City:  Knoxville, TN
Phone:  865-215-8830

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Crockett Tavern Museum
Reconstruction of original 1790s John Crockett Tavern, on site of boyhood home of Davy Crockett. Association for the Preservation of TN Antiquities site (APTA). ...more

Region:  Knoxville & Middle East
City:  Morristown, TN
Phone:  (423) 587-9900

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Crockett Theater
A 1950s theater listed on the historical register. Visit their website for upcoming shows and showtimes. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Lawrenceburg, TN
Phone:  (931) 762-7617

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Ernest Tubb Record Shop and Texas Troubadour Theatre
Ernest Tubb Midnight Jamboree is a live radio broadcast that follows the Grand Ole Opry. It's free and has been going on for over 55 years. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615-889-2474

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Franklin Theatre
The Franklin Theatre began in the summer of 1937 when the marquee first illuminated Main Street, invited Middle Tennesseans to buy a ticket. Inside the theater walls, moviegoers enjoyed a lifetime of memories. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Franklin, TN
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Gem Theater
Restored 1927 theater now hosts live concerts and performances throughout the year. The Etowah Arts Commission Gallery is also housed next door. ...more

Region:  Chattanooga & Southeast
City:  Etowah, TN
Phone:  423-263-2228

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Grand Ole Opry Museum
Discover some of the Opry's greatest stars. Please call before making a special trip since museum closes occasionally for special events. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Nashville, TN
Phone:  615-871OPRY

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Historic Chockley Tavern
A 150-year old wayside railroad inn stands ready for groups up to 47 with Southern songs, Civil War tales and meals served by costumed staff. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Wartrace, TN
Phone:  931-389-0545

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