Mount Pleasant, TN
If you'd like to see what kind of home extremely wealthy people lived in before the Civil War, you don't need to see a movie or read a book; you can see it in real life. All you have to do is travel to Mt. Pleasant, TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Rattle and Snap Plantation.
Hopkinsville, KY
If your community was home to a man who cured disease by going into a trance, it had been raided by hundreds of masked men set on mayhem, and if it had been visited by space aliens, you'd tell everyone you live in a very interesting place. That's exactly what the people of Hopkinsville, Kentucky are telling us at their community museum. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Pennyroyal Area Museum.
Chattanooga, TN
Arizona boosts the Grand Canyon and spectacular sights you can get to by riding a donkey down to the canyon floor. We have our own "grand canyon" here in Tennessee, and you can experience its beauty without having anything to do with a slow, cantankerous donkey. In fact, as Tennessee Crossroads found out, you can view the Tennessee River George in comfort aboard one of the most advanced boat afloat, The River George Explorer, which calls Chattanooga, TN home. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Humboldt, TN
Right in the middle of downtown Humbolt, TN there's a restored old building that holds the history of one of the state's sweetest little treasures. And, while it may be small, the strawberry has had a huge impact on Tennessee's economy. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Humboldt Strawberry Museum.
McKenzie, TN
Many of our state's governors are honored with roads, highways, buildings and parks named after them, but there are only a few facilities across the state that preserve the history and memorabilia of governors who have made major contributions to the state. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Gordon Browning Museum in McKenzie, TN.
Sparta, TN
It may have been a long time since you went to a museum, or maybe you haven't been to one because you thing the closest one is miles away. Well, you may be mistaken. As more and more county museums are popping up all across Tennessee, Tennessee Crossroads took some time to check one out in Sparta, TN.
Maryville, TN
When the Capitol opened in 1934, it soon became the premier entertainment place. Since the Capitol was completely renovated in 2008, it has enjoyed overwhelming popularity. The creative revival of this historic gem has been a labor of love, and its storied history and old Hollywood ambiance are wonderfully unique. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Nashville, TN
When Governor Phil Bredesen and First Lady Andrea Conte took office in 2003, the Governor's mansion was in need of major repairs so instead of moving in, they took on the challenge of renovating and restoring the old home. In the process, tours of the historic site were put on hold. But Tennessee Crossroads visited with the First Lady to see the finished project which will allow for even more visitors. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Governor's Mansion.
Antioch, TN
For one Tennessee family it's made of sugar and flour and chocolate and hard work. Ans this family's dream has resulted in some tasty treats for the rest of us. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Homestyle Bakery in Antioch and Murfreesboro, TN.
