Huntsville, AL
The thought of going to a botanical garden in the middle of winter might not make much sense, unless you are headed to the Huntsville, Alabama and the Botanical Garden there. As Tennessee Crossroads found out that at this time of the year the place sprouts a whole new crop of beautiful things all designed to make a Christmastime brighter. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Galaxy of Lights.
Huntsville, TN
It's an understatement to say a teacher can make a difference. Sometimes the difference can be extraordinary. This is the story of an imaginative teacher in one of Tennessee's poorest counties. A teacher whose vision and determination led to a one-of-a-kind historical attraction, created solely by students. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Scott County Museum on the Cumberland Plateau in Huntsville, TN.
Old Hickory, TN
Tennessee Crossroads finds an old school house in Old Hickory, TN that was built to educate African-American youngsters. After its heyday as a learning center, and an amazing renovation, it eventually became a center for aspiring and accomplished artists. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Old Hickory Arts Center.
Nashville, TN
Tennessee Crossroads visits the Old School Farm near Nashville. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Pigeon Forge, TN
Mention Pigeon Forge, TN, and many people will think of Dollywood, or outlet malls or amusement parks. But, the town has a history that goes back farther than tourism, and if you know where to find it, you can experience it and even take some of it home. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Old Mill Square.
Old Hickory, TN
With music being such an integral part of Tennessee's landscape, it's no surprise many guitars and banjos are built in the state. Celebrities like Garth Brooks, Dolly Parton and John Fogerty have had some of their stringed instruments custom built in Old Hickory, TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Crafters of Tennessee - Old Hickory.
Nashville, TN
Joe Elmore explores the surreal world of Kate Harrold Photography.
Cumberland Gap, TN
During the late nineteenth century, there were about 3,000 working mills in Tennessee, including saw, textile, and grain mills. Today there are only a handful of these historic mills still in operation. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep them running. Tennessee Crossroads takes us to Cumberland Gap to visit a family that not only keeps the town's old mill running, they've turned it into a Bed and Breakfast. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Old Hickory, TN
You may have heard the term "company town." Back in the day, when corporations built a factory, they often built a town to go with it. Such was the case with the city of Old Hickory, Tennessee, which was literally built by DuPont. While it's no longer a company town, it still retains the neighborly charm it started with a century ago. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Nashville, TN
One of the best things about going to Grandma's for Christmas Dinner is seeing Grandma of course, but eating her home cooked food is a close second. Nashville Public Television and Tennessee Crossroads takes you to Arnold's Restaurant in Nashville, TN - which is a lot like a trip to Grandma's and has been a Music City favorite for more than 35 years.
Old Hickory, TN
Miranda Cohen meets an Old Hickory artist who can bring new life to old heirlooms.
Goodlettsville, TN
Miranda Cohen discovers why a sporting goods company is a hit in the world of baseball.