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Address and Phone:
Highway 411 North
Benton, TN 37307

Phone: (423) 263-0050

Hours Open to the Public:
Open Year-round

Payment Types Accepted:
Free Admission

Fort Marr Blockhouse

City: Benton, TN
Region: East Tennessee

A significant part of the Cherokee history, constructed around 1814, is the last visible remains of the camps where the Cherokee were confined prior to removal. Relocated in 1965 beside U.S. Hwy. 411 in Benton. Originally located 15 mi. south of the site where it now stands.

I-75 exit 20, Ocoee exit 64. Hwy. East 411 Hwy. North 6 mi. on right.

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Things to do

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High Country Adventures

Ridgewood Golf Club

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Places to stay

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Upcoming events

Date: Nov 21, 2009
FCE Holiday Bazaar
Location: Livingston, TN

Date: Nov 21, 2009
Arts Third Saturday
Location: Chattanooga, TN

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