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Viola Homecoming on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Viola Homecoming

Viola, TN

Despite the population shift from farms to cities, a lot of Tennesseans still make their living off the land. And, a few like Tommy Wright are bound and determined to keep the heritage of farming alive at an annual festival in Viola. It's an event where you can take a strenuous lesson in what farming was like in the so-called good old days. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Viola Homecoming.


Tennessee River Museum on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Tennessee River Museum

Savannah, TN

Tennessee is filled with hundreds of lakes and rivers from border to border, and they all have their own unique stories to tell about their role in our history. Tennessee Crossroads paid a visit to Savannah, TN where we discovered a unique museum that’s completely dedicated to the state’s namesake river. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Tennessee River Museum.


Chris Mosey - Glass Blower on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Chris Mosey – Glass Blower

Chattanooga, TN

Man has been making glass for about 3500 years but natural glass has been around forever. But, it takes talent and creativity to transform it into beautiful works of art.Tennessee Crossroads found a man in Chattanooga, TN who’s accepted the challenge and shares his glassblowing process with others.


Murfreesboro Art League on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Murfreesboro Art League

Murfreesboro, TN

In the mid 60s, Clarice Nelson wanted to make friends. She figured the best way to do it was to start a club for artists and ask folks to join, and that club became the Murfreesboro Art League in Murfreesboro, TN and it is still going strong today. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.


The Fontanel Mansion on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

The Fontanel Mansion

Nashville, TN

It's not a good idea to simply drop in on your favorite star, but Tennessee Crossroads visited a place where all of us have an invitation to come by and take a look. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the one-time home of country music star Barbara Mandrell in White's Creek, TN, just outside Nashville called The Fontanel Mansion.


Nashville Roller Girls on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Nashville Roller Girls

Nashville, TN

Tennessee Crossroads' Gretchen Bates rolls out with the Nashville Roller Girls. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.


Titanic Museum on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Titanic Museum

Pigeon Forge, TN

The Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, TN captures the passengers' experiences aboard the ill-fated ship, complete with recreations and interactive features. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.


Cyclemo's Motorcycle Museum on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Cyclemo’s Motorcycle Museum

Red Boiling Springs, TN

The image of motorcyclists in America has ranged from danger-seeking outlaws to weekend recreational riders. But the history of American motorcycles is more intriguing than ever., especially to a rider, history buff, and proud owner of Cyclemo's in Red Boiling Springs, TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Cyclemo's Motorcycle Museum.


Charlene's Colony of Shops on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Charlene’s Colony of Shops

Halls, TN

Usually, most people go to crowded malls and shopping centers out of necessity and not for the experience. However, Tennessee Crossroads visits a place called Charlene's Colony of Shops in west Tennessee that is different than the traditional stores we're accustom to. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Charlene's Colony of Shops.


Oaklands Historic House Museum on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Oaklands Historic House Museum

Murfreesboro, TN

Rob Wilds witnesses history coming to life at the Oaklands Museum in Murfreesboro.


The Inn at Hunt Phelan on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

The Inn at Hunt Phelan

Memphis, TN

The mansion was originally built between the years 1824 and 1828 from the plans of famed architect Robert Mills, whose other works include the U.S. Treasury building, the Washington Monument and parts of the White House.


Henson's Brooms on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Henson’s Brooms

Symsonia, KY

Tennessee Crossroads travels up to Symsonia, Kentucky to spend the day with a third generation broom maker. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Henson's Brooms.