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Gospel Pathway

Good news: gospel music is alive and well in Tennessee. "Fly Away" on Tennessee Music Pathways and tune into the gospel history of Tennessee's musical fabric. African American spirituals, popularized church hymns, and Grammy Award-Winning ballads echo through these musical heritage stops.

Gospel Pathway
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Cotton Junction Trail

Get ready to trace the deep stories of West Tennessee, from rural farmland to the world's biggest music stages. The Cotton Junction Trail is rooted in the history of pioneers, sharecroppers, and Civil War struggles that forged the region. Out of that rich past comes triumph: today, this trail is a journey through the birthplace of blues and rock icons like Tina Turner and B.B. King, defined by neighborly charm. You'll find plenty of roadside adventure, whether you're soaking up Southern hospital

Cotton Junction Trail
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Soul Pathway

Step into the places where soul music first took root and grew into a sound that moved the world. Along Tennessee Music Pathways: Soul, you’ll find museums, studios, festivals and historic venues that honor the artists, producers and communities who gave soul its unmistakable voice. Think Memphis legends and statewide stages, all of which continue to celebrate the genre, these stops invite you to experience Tennessee’s soulful story up close.

Soul Pathway
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Rockabilly Pathway

This Rockabilly pathway takes you from the riverbanks of Memphis, through the rural highways of West Tennessee, and into the neon glow of Nashville. This isn't just a tour of museums; it’s a journey through the honky-tonks, recording studios, and small-town spots where sharecroppers' sons and blues musicians accidentally invented a sound that changed the world. Roll down the windows and turn up the volume—you're entering the birthplace of the beat.What is "Rockabilly"? It's the wild, high-energy

Rockabilly Pathway
Tasting whiskey at Old Forge Distillery in Pigeon Forge, TN

The History Behind the Tennessee Whiskey in Your Glass

Whiskey is experiencing quite the renaissance in today’s culture. Bars and speakeasies across the nation strive to create their own eclectic selections and it seems there’s always some new distillery in town trying to make its mark. Here in Tennessee, we’re spoiled in this regard. With the newly-drawn Tennessee Whiskey Trail there’s now a collection of 25 distilleries combined into one epic road trip linking East, Middle and West Tennessee.

The History Behind the Tennessee Whiskey in Your Glass
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Experience History at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center

An hour’s drive east of Memphis and just north of I-40 in Brownsville lies not one but several must-see museums. The West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center is a history collection within a history collection, making it an easy one-stop destination to learn about the region’s vibrant culture. The complex is also a West Tennessee information center with brochures, printed guides and maps. Hospitality Ambassadors give directions and offer insider tips on area attractions. Guided tours of th

Experience History at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center
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Take in the Sights of the Scenic City

Chattanooga is more than a city with parks – it’s North America’s first National Park City, where nature is part of everyday life. In a National Park, you’re told to leave no trace; in a National Park City, you’re invited to take part. Chattanooga earned this distinction by weaving green space, rivers, and trails through its downtown and neighborhoods, proving that growth and conservation can thrive together. Once an industrial town, the Scenic City now stands as a model for sustainabl

Take in the Sights of the Scenic City
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Travel Like Dolly, Elvis and Tennessee Locals

Looking for travel inspiration? You’ll find plenty of paths here showcasing your interests, whether that’s music, history, food, sports or nature – or all of the above. We start with two Tennessee icons known the world over on a first-name basis: Dolly Parton and Elvis Presley. Dozens of spots around the state honor the Queen of Country and King of Rock ’n’ Roll directly and indirectly. Get a feel for where to pay homage to these legendary musicians – including insight from Dolly herself.Be

Travel Like Dolly, Elvis and Tennessee Locals

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