Vonore, TN
Historic locations may be lost to progress, but the can be re-created to remind us of the events that took place there and the people who were at the center of those events. Tennessee Crossroads went to Loudoun County in East Tennessee to see two such sites: a historic fort and a museum remembering a world-famous linguist. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Springfield, TN
Once upon a time, almost everyone in Tennessee knew a lot about farming. But in these times when family farms are fading away, fewer of us know where our food actually comes from. That is particularly true of children. That is where Honeysuckle Hill Farm comes in. It's a history, dietary and economics lesson all rolled into a fun experience, as Rob Wilds found out when he traveled to Springfield, TN to pay the farm a visit - and he wasn't the only visitor there that day. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Smyrna, TN
We’ve taken you on tours of everything from state and local parks, distilleries, and museums to antebellum homes, caves and town squares….but, Tennessee Crossroads found a unique way to spend a morning or afternoon touring one of the world’s largest automobile assembly plants right here in Tennessee. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Nissan in Smyrna, TN.
Nashville, TN
You probably know that I've got a passion for antique cars. I've also got a little bit of a sweet tooth.…if you're anything like me, you'll want to catch this next story. Tennessee Crossroads visits a candy maker and other shops and learns about the history of a car built in Nashville, TN, all at the Marathon Village. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Watertown, TN
Life seems to get sweeter when you can turn your hobby into your livelihood. That’s exactly what Cathy and Bruce Mott did when they started Walker Creek Toffee Co. From their home kitchen in Dekalb County Tennessee to a restored historic building in downtown Watertown, TN, the couple is making toffee for the masses. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads. Walker Creek Toffee Co. is permanently closed, but you can watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Townsend, TN
It started out as a normal road improvement project near the Smoky Mountains, but as Tennessee Crossroads discovered, it led to the creation of a living tribute to this historic area of the state. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Harrogate, TN
Tennessee Crossroads takes us along as she explores the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum in Harrogate, TN that you might not have know existed, at Lincoln Memorial University that you might not have heard of either. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Columbia, TN
Early in 2014, Crossroads aired a special called "Riding the Rails." The show is all about railroad culture in Tennessee and features our visit with a group called the MN Steamers. Recently we made a return trip to the Columbia, TN park where club member engineers were sharing the joy of riding the rails, in a small way. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Mid-South Live Steamers.
Franklin, TN
If you've lived in middle Tennessee very long, you've heard of the Vinny - Country star Vince Gill's annual charity golf tournament. Maybe you haven't heard much about the foundation it supports. One that's all about preserving Tennessee golf history and sharing the life-enhancing values of the sport across the state. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
