Tennessee Gov. Lamar Alexander and members of his extended family wave to a crowd from the caboose of the official…
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How Cootie Brown traveled the world to bring home two pies that would go on to win the 27th Annual…
Eleven years ago, Tennessee History for Kids and the Tennessee Historical Commission produced 10,000 copies of a poster called “Tennessee’s…
There was a time when Tennessee was trying to get foreigners to move here. You see, a lot of former…
Cemeteries tell stories — not only of those who are buried beneath the soil but of the city’s history, its…
Fall is an experience in Tennessee. Whether you enjoy attending fall festivals, watching football or exploring nature and watching the…
County fairs have been a staple of Tennessee’s heritage since the 19th century, offering a unique opportunity for communities to…
When looking at health data broken down by state, Tennessee ranks relatively low compared to other states around the U.S.…
From a column originally penned for “Comet Earthquake and Fire Canoe” — Tennessee History for Kids’ new fourth-grade reading booklet.…
Whether you are an avid museum goer, a bit of a history buff or have never quite gotten over a…