Athens, TN
In our travels across the state, we’ve found craftsmen making chairs in all shapes, sizes and designs but, they’re usually made for comfort and beauty out of fine woods and other materials. Tennessee Crossroads met Jim McGie in Athens, TN who finds some pretty unusual materials and turns them into beautiful rocking chairs.
Jackson, TN
Some of the nation’s best known heroes have called Tennessee home. From Andrew Jackson, Davy Crockett, and Alvin York to our lesser-known, modern-day heroes serving in the Armed Forces. But, as Tennessee Crossroads discovers, few have ever been recognized so heroically as an ordinary railroad engineer from Jackson , TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Casey Jones Museum.
Covington, TN
It seems like good Tennessee barbeque will attract folks no matter where they find it even if it's not supposed to be a barbeque place or restaurant. At least that's what Tennessee Crossroads found on a recent visit to Covington, TN where a family has mastered the art of smoked cooking along with other southern comfort foods. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Dickson, TN
When we’re travelling around the state for Tennessee Crossroads, we usually have a destination in mind for another new story to tell. Tennessee Crossroads met a Texas couple who took a trip in Dickson County, TN a few years back just to enjoy the countryside, but what a destination they discovered! Not only did they find a place to start a new family and open a popular eatery but also to give us this story to tell. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Petersburg, TN
It seems like couples find all sorts of ways to keep their relationships happy and healthy. Tennessee Crossroads found an artistic couple in Petersburg, TN who heat up their marriage with some lasting impressions in glass. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Arlington, TN
All of us have probably been given one of those water color paint sets, you know the metal ones with 6 or 8 colors and a brush. I guess we were expected to discover and use our artistic talents. I don't know about you, but it didn't work for me. But, Tennessee Crossroads met an Arlington, TN artist who not only found his talents early in life, he added musical skills along the way and now creates some paintings you can almost hear. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Chattanooga, TN
We normally find elegant evening gowns and fine men's suits made from a variety of colorful fabrics and found in shops, boutiques, and department stores across the country. Tennessee Crossroads found a tailor of sorts in Chattanooga, TN who often creates his unique fashions from materials he finds, in of all places, a junk yard.
Franklin, TN
Here's a weekend trip idea that's so close, we often forget it's there. The Natchez Trace Parkway is a national treasure that runs right through Tennessee, and it won't cost you much. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Natchez Trace Parkway
Franklin, TN
The Gordon Jewish Community Center in Nashville, TN showcases some talented Tennessee artists in their galleries year round. Tennessee Crossroads paid a visit there and discovered you don't need a traditional canvas to create some amazing, award-winning works of art. Join Nashville Public Television to find out more.
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.
Cowan, TN
Sometimes we try to say no to desserts in the name of calorie counting and weight watching. Tennessee Crossroads met two Franklin County, TN business women who will make sure you save room for their spirited new sweet creations for all occasions. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
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.
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