Bon Aqua, TN
The neon sign was one of the best visual objects in our country’s history for giving us a sense of finding that special place on the road. Today, High Def TV and huge electronic billboards have pulled the plug on neon signs but as Tennessee Crossroads discovered, there’s a family in Dickson, TN who’s not going to let anyone turn off the switch to this nostalgic art form.
Fayetteville, TN
We all have talents inside us just waiting to come out, we just never know how or when they will reveal themselves. Tennessee Crossroads met Roark Phillips from Fayetteville, TN, who discovered his talent as a Chainsaw Artist at a very hard time in his life. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Antioch, TN
Charles McCormick dreamed of songwriting stardom, but put that dream on hold to start a family business. Now, decades later, he is making music again but in a different way which, Tennessee Crossroads found out, is good news for Charles and many other music lovers. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Harp Guitars in Nashville,TN. This business is closed, but please enjoy the memories of this journey.
Nashville, TN
When you think of jazz, maybe you think of New York, Chicago, or New Orleans but don't underestimate Music City. In this episode of Tennessee Crossroads, Nancy Hoddinott takes us to the Nashville Jazz Workshop to discover the world-class talent and jazz education available right here in Tennessee. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
St. Joseph, TN
When we think of historic sites, battlefields or parks or homes may come to mind. But, a lot of living goes on in other places and they can be counted as historic, too. Tennessee Crossroads traveled to St. Joseph, TN to visit Miss Annie's Restaurant which, in addition to being the home of great food and fine music, also holds a unique place in the history of Tennessee. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads. This business is closed, but please enjoy the memories of this journey.
Somerville, TN
You know in our travels across the state we've met quite a few folks with passions for making guitars and fiddles and other musical instruments, but we haven't found a banjo maker until Tennessee Crossroads visited a craftsman in Sommerville, TN who not only makes them but is carrying on the art of banjo making with style. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Tommy George Banjos.
Clarkrange, TN
Tennessee Crossroads revisits a husband and wife team who run an authentic general store and 1950's style diner in Clarkrange, TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Cumberland Mountain General Store.
Dandridge, TN
If you enjoy seeing historical downtown areas that have been revitalized, then this next story is for you. Tennessee Crossroads gets a professional to show us around a lovely place just minutes off Interstate I-40, called Danridge, TN. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Signal Mountain, TN
From Signal Mountain, TN to the Nation's Capitol one creative Chattanooga, TN artist has brought recognition to the state in so many colorful ways. Her name is Susan Parry and she's well-known for her jewelry and small sculptures, not to mention some very special Christmas tree ornaments. It's been quite a journey for her as Tennessee Crossroads discovered when we paid a visit to her studio not too long ago. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Susan Parry - Glass Artist.
Goodlettsville, TN
There was a time when families spent lots of time together, had to work together to make sure the family survived. That's the way it was when Tennessee was The Frontier, and it's a time that is brought back each year when the city of Goodlettesville, TN has Heritage Days. Tennessee Crossroads recently went to Moss Wright Park to get a glimpse of life around 1790. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Pleasant Hill, TN
Tennessee Crossroads meets a woman in Pleasant Hill who makes baskets and other home decor from 12-inch pine needles. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Sharron Eckert - Pine Needle Basket Maker in Pleasant Hill, 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.