HISTORIC SITES
ANDREW JOHNSON NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
121 Monument Avenue
Greeneville, TN 37743-5552
423-638-3551
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
Home of the 17th President of the United States. Includes the Visitor Center, Museum, Tailor Shop, two Greeneville residences and National Cemetery, the burial site of President Johnson. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m daily. Closed New Years Day, Christmas Day and Thanksgiving. Admission: Free; Located in downtown Greeneville. *Please note ~ The Presidents Homestead, which is normally open for free tours, is now closed while it undergoes major rehabilitation. This closure which began September 1, 2004, is expected to continue through February 2005. The following attractions remain open to the public; the Visitor Center which includes a 14 minute film, a museum, and the Presidents Tailor Shop; the Presidents early home which includes exhibits about Andrew Johnson; and the National Cemetery where the President and his family are interred.
DAVY CROCKETT BIRTHPLACE STATE PARK
1245 Davy Crockett Park Rd
Limestone, TN 37681
423-257-2167
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park
Beautifully landscaped 105-acre park along the Nolichuckey River. Museum depicting life of Davy Crockett, replica of Crockett birthplace cabin, camping, swimming pool, picnic areas, fishing, and hiking trails. Visitors Center and museum open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on weekdays. Campground and park open year-round, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. in the summer and until 6 p.m. during winter. Handicapped accessible. Senior rates for camping. Admission to pool is $3.00. From I-81 traveling south, Exit 57, 28 miles. From I-81 traveling north, Exit 23, 28 miles.
DICKSON-WILLIAMS MANSION
Daily Tour info
108 North Irish Street
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-787-0500
Step across the threshold of the Dickson-Williams Mansion and into a storied past filled with exquisite antique furnishings, immortal American heroes, and an intriguing history. A prime example of Federal architecture, the mansion was built in 1821 by Greenevilles first postmaster, William Dickson. During the Civil War, the mansion served as officers quarters for both Confederate and Union troops. Daily 90-minute tours depart from the lobby of the General Morgan Inn at 1:00 p.m. Tours are limited to 12 people. For group reservations, call 423-787-0500. No tours are given Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
DOAK HOUSE MUSEUM
P.O. Box 5026
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-636-7348
Doak House Museum
Home of Samuel Doak, frontier Presbyterian minister and educator who founded Tusculum College. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Doaks home houses the museum studies program at the college. Open Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed New Years Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, the last week in Dec. and the first week in Jan.
NATHANAEL GREENE MUSEUM
101 W. McKee Street
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-636-1558
Interactive museum showcasing Greenevilles and Greene Countys rich heritage, from John Sevier and Davy Crockett to Mordecai Lincoln and President Andrew Johnson. Open Tues. thru Sat., 10 a.m. t0 4 p.m.
OLD GREENE COUNTY GAOL
115 Academy Street
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-638-4111
Originally built in 1804-05, the stone jail was in the middle of Depot Street near the Andrew Johnson Tailor Shop. The rear of the jail was nearly touching Richland Creek so the creek water could be channeled to enter and flow through a trough in the stone floor to carry away human waste. In 1838, the jail was moved stone by stone to its present site. Open by appointment only.
PRESIDENT ANDREW JOHNSON MUSEUM AND LIBRARY AT TUSCULUM COLLEGE
P.O. Box 5026
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-636-7348
President Andrew Johnson Museum & Library
The museum and library are located at Tusculum College, the oldest college west of the Allegheny Mountains, founded in 1794. You will find the personal library of President Andrew Johnson along with personal papers of the president and his family. Open Mon. thru Fri., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed New Years Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after and the last week in Dec. and the first week in Jan.
A WALK WITH THE PRESIDENT TOUR
Tennessee’s second oldest town is brought to life as you stroll down the same streets that Andrew Johnson did when he returned from the White House in 1869. The 90-minute tour departs from the lobby of the General Morgan Inn at 9:30 a.m., Monday through Saturday, April through October. Tour limited to 12 people. For group reservations call 423-787-0500.
**GREAT ATTRACTIONS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY**
Walnut Ridge Llama Farm & Store
1345 Chuckey Hwy
Chuckey, TN 37641
(423) 257-2875
ayers@WalnutRidgeLlamas.com
Walnut Ridge Llama Farm and Store Walnut Ridge Llama Farm is located in Northeast Tennessee in the beautiful Tennessee Valley with the Appalachian Mountains in full view only 15 miles away. We are easy access from all areas of the East; 65 miles northeast of Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; 65 miles northwest of Asheville, North Carolina; and 50 miles south of the Virginia and Kentucky borders. We live in a log cabin that we built ourselves on about 10 acres of land.
We are dedicated to "breeding a new generation of quality llamas" with strong confirmation, a stretchy balance, and gentle dispositions. We invite you to visit our farm and share the excitement that llamas have added to our lives.
Also enjoy shopping for unique items and gifts from homemade soaps and primitive candles to clothing made from llama and alpaca fiber created by local and Peruvian artisans.
Myers Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze
3415 Gap Creek Road
Bulls Gap, TN 37711
Ph#(423)235-4796
Fax#(423)235-3003
veraann@xtn.net
Myers Pumpkin Patch
Myers Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze is open daily & nightly Sept. &
Oct. We are located in Greene County, TN close to I - 81, exit 23.
Visit our website for more info.
Follow the Quilt Trail
Quilt Trail
Welcome to the Quilt Trail in Northeast Tennessee! We invite you to take a trip back in time as you slow down and enjoy the scenic countryside of our region. For your pleasure we have displayed the artistry of the traditional quilt on a backdrop of historic and beautiful barns. Take your time, pack a lunch or better yet stop at a local country store or diner to enjoy some local flavors. You will find a variety of historic sites, produce stands, shops, galleries and other places to entertain you along the way.
To find out how you can help support this and other RC&D programs, please click
Get Involved!, visit the council's website
or email us directly at info@appalachianrcd.org
PARKS - CITY, COUNTY & STATE
HARDIN PARK
456 E. Bernard Ave (Directors Office)
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-638-3143
This is a 60 acre park that is the focal point of the Greeneville Parks & Recreation Facilities. It contains the following: 6 pavilions, 5 tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, 5 ball fields, 2 playgrounds, 1 Olympic size pool and park maintenance building.
FORREST PARK
456 E. Bernard Ave (Directors Office)
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-638-3143
This is a 5 acre park that has a walking trail along with a pavilion and restroom facilities.
KINSER PARK
710 Kinser Park Lane
Greeneville, TN 37743
Kinser Park
423-639-5912
132 RV camping sites overlooking the Nolichuckey River with electric and water hook-ups, pool, bath house, picnic area, water slide, golf course, tennis, putt-putt course, fishing, boat ramp, badminton, horseshoes, playgrounds. Open 7 a.m. to dark, April 1 to Oct. 31.
APPALACHIAN NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL
Appalachian Trail Project Office
National Park Service
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
A hiking trail running 2,155 miles from Maine to Georgia with 156.36 miles in Tennessee and North Carolina.
CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST OFFICE
4900 Asheville Hwy
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-638-4109
Cherokee National Forest
If you enjoy the outdoors, the Cherokee National Forest has a lot to offer, including picnicking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, and wildlife viewing.
CABINS, COTTAGES AND BED & BREAKFASTS
FLINTLOCK & STABLES
790 G Fellers Road
Chuckey, TN 37641
423-257-2489
Lovingly restored 200-year-old log cabin. Private, secluded, beautiful mountain views. Horseback riding and additional outdoor activities offered. Full breakfast served. Children over 12 welcome. Packages available. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. AX, VS, MC, TC & PC accepted. Three non-smoking rooms and one suite. Located 2 miles from TN 107, 6 miles from Greeneville.
THISTLE PLACE
6 Sanford Circle
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-639-8202
Thistle Place Inn Bed & Breakfast
1920s manor house overlooking mountains in three directions. Three non-smoking rooms, all with cable TV, 2 with sitting areas and verandas. Children over 3 welcome. No pets. Delicious breakfasts served and additional meals available upon request. AAA discounts. AX, VS, MC, TC & PC accepted. 19 miles from I-81.
ART GALLERIES
James-Ben Studio & Gallery
129 N. Main Street
Greeneville, TN 37743
423-787-0195
James-Ben Studio & Gallery
OUR RENOVATED, 1890s FIRE HALL HOUSES AN ECLECTIC ARRAY OF FINE ART, ARTISAN CRAFTS, AND CONTEMPORARY FOLK ART AS WELL AS OUR AWARD WINNING, METALWORKING STUDIO WHERE WE CRAFT, GOLD, SILVER AND PLATINUM BY COMMISSION. THE APRIL ISSUE OF THE CRAFTS REPORT RECOGNIZED THE JAMES-BEN: STUDIO AND GALLERY AS ONE OF FIVE SOUTHEASTERN REGIONAL GALLERIES IN TENNESSEE.
WE FEATURE WORKS BY ARTISTS AND ARTISANS FROM ALL THREE DIVISIONS OF TENNESSEE AS WELL AS SELECTED REGIONAL AND NATIONAL ARTISTS. YOU WILL FIND THAT EVERY PIECE HAS ITS OWN STORY! BEHIND EVERY OBJECT ARE INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS AND THEIR DISTINCTIVE CREATIVITY WHO HAVE CHOSEN TO INSTILL LOVE INTO SOLID MATERIALS THROUGH THEIR HEARTS AND HANDS. THE ARTS, WE BELIEVE. ARE THE ONLY CREATION OF MANKIND TO DEFEAT TIME !
EXCITING SPORTING FACILITIES
VOLUNTEER SPEEDWAY
14095 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy
Bulls Gap, TN 37711
423-235-5020
Volunteer Speedway
“The World’s Fastest Dirt Track” located in Bulls Gap, TN.
Volunteer Speedway prides itself in offering the fans an entertaining evening of exciting, affordable ($7 adult grandstand admission), competitive (six divisions) racing action every Saturday from March through October in a picturesque setting.
Providing a "fan-friendly" facility is a tremendous asset, while a need of ample seating and plenty of parking (shuttle bus to transport fans from the lower parking lot to the top of the hill and the main ticket booth) is a must. First impressions are imbedded in people's minds, and the overall aesthetics (cleanliness of the grounds, with fresh painted buildings) of the complex is what will entice the fans to return.
Clean restrooms, that in itself says it all. VIP areas with sponsor amenities to help enhance the marketability of the facility. When it comes time to eat, an outstanding concession featuring many items will satisfy even the heartiest of appetites (you can't beat the world-famous homemade chili that is on the hotdogs and nachos with chili and cheese).
The primary objective to the drivers is to provide them a competitive weekly purse structure, while offering an excellent season-ending point fund bonus payout. The track racing surface, groomed to offer the drivers (racin' ... not chasin' in single file) multi-grooves to maneuver their high-powered machines around the high banks, can be found every week at "The Gap."
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