Gainesboro, TN
Tennessee's Irish forefathers were hard-working and proud immigrants. The state’s Irish roots run deep, and Tennessee Crossroads discovered that if it’s up to one Gainesboro, TN couple, Tennessee's Celtic heritage will bring new life to an old town. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Smithville, TN
We talk a lot here about what folks have decided to do when they retire. Some have thought about it a long time. Others, like the man you're going to meet now, didn't decide what he'd do until just a couple of years ago. We go now to the fiddling capital of Tennessee with Tennessee Crossroads, where a former industry worker makes fiddles for beginners. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Doug Cooper - Starter Fiddles.
Benton, TN
Tennessee Crossroads visits a Bed and Breakfast near the Ocoee River that's perfect for getting away. But, as she discovered, you will be in the company of about 100 assorted furry neighbors. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Ocoee Mist Bed and Breakfast in Benton, TN.
Gallatin, TN
Tennessee Crossroads visits an award winning illustrator who's famous for not only his frightening drawings but spiritual as well.Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
McMinnville, TN
If one picture is worth a thousand words, then a long-ago McMinnville, TN man spoke volumes. In the early 1900's, W.S. Lively was one of the best-known photographers in the country. His work can be seen at the George Eastman House in New York, at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington and at a very special museum closer to home. Tennessee Crossroads visited the Southern Museum and Gallery which celebrates the history of Lively's hometown of McMinnville. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Fayetteville, TN
We’ve seen pictures and movies of what Christmas was like in the 1800’s. The period dress, less emphasis shopping and more emphasis on togetherness. The town of Fayetteville TN has captured that experience and makes it come to life with their annual “Host of Christmas Past”.Tennessee Crossroads takes us to Lincoln County for the 20th annual affair. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
McKenzie, TN
In the hands of experienced artists, watercolors can produce some of the most beautiful paintings imaginable. Tennessee Crossroads visited McKenzie, TN and met a watercolor painter who taught high school art for years. Now, she's retired and following her dreams of painting while telling stories about each one of her subjects. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Tuva Stephens - Watercolor Artist.
Franklin, TN
Thirty years ago, Carnton Plantation in Franklin, TN was run down and in danger of destruction. Fortunately a handful of people joined together to protect and preserve the historic home. As Tennessee Crossroads' Susan Watson found out, thousands of people visit the site each year, intrigued by the events that took place there nearly 150 years ago. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Carnton Plantation.
Watertown, TN
Tennessee Crossroads travels to Watertown, TN to visit a woman who is making jewelry using a technique that can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Metal Jewelry Artist - Susan Thornton.
Lawrenceburg, TN
Lawrenceburg, TN has a rich history stretching all the way back to 1540, when it's believed Spanish Explorer Hernando DeSoto set up winter camp there. Tennessee Crossroads went in search of the city's past, and found more than we imagined. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Old Jail Museum.
Dyersburg, TN
The saying goes "Great oaks from little acorns grow." For one Dyersburg, TN family, it's not the acorn that has caused their business to blossom. Tennessee Crossroads visited the Pennington Feed & Seed to find out why the Penningtons are nuts about pecans. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Covington, TN
Tennessee Crossroads visits a unique restaurant in Covington, TN that's down under this Western Tennessee's Town Square. Marlo's Down Under is permanently closed, but you can watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.