Clarksville, TN
The old saying "set in stone" is very true for one Clarksville, TN artist. In fact, Nashville Public Television and Tennessee Crossroads discovered that it's stone, bronze, and other heavy materials that he transforms into beautiful works of art. And you can find them in the Governor's mansion, churches, hospitals, parks, and private residences across the state and the nation.
Gassaway, TN
If you liked making mud pies as a child and building bonfires as an adult, you can certainly relate tho this next story. Tennessee Crossroads' Ken Wilshire found an artist in Gassaway, TN who's almost creating modern day fossils with her unique talents. Arlene Knaak certainly knows how to make a lasting impression. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Arlene's Art.
Humboldt, TN
In all our travels we’ve discovered all kinds of restaurants across the state. Tennessee Crossroads found a home town eatery in Humboldt, TN where a family not only works hard but has a recipe for great food and also one for success. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Wall Street Grill.
Centerville, TN
It's the time of the year when folks down around Centerville, TN start working on their banana pudding recipes. Two years ago, a crazy idea became an annual festival full of music, competition, and mostly eating what may be the ultimate comfort food. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Banana Pudding Festival.
Clarksville, TN
You know we’ve found so many wonderful artists across the state who express themselves on canvas with their own creative styles. It’s always amazing to see how they can visualize their subject matter and transfer it clearly with each brush stroke. Tennessee Crossroads met an artist in Clarksville, TN who captures her images in a way that you'll just have to see to understand. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Tracy Bettencourt - Artist.
Hohenwald, TN
If you’ve ever been to a junkyard you might be surprised what you’ll find there. You know what they say, one person’s junk is another’s treasure. Tennessee Crossroads paid a visit to a Junkyard in Hohenwald, TN and found it to not only be an interesting destination, but a doggone good place to eat. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Junkyard Dog Steakhouse.
Lynchburg, TN
We revisit the archives for a 1988 visit to Lynchburg, TN with the late ambassador of Jack Daniel's - Roger Brashears, Jr. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Jack Daniel's Distillery.
Goodlettsville, TN
When we think about retirement, it's usually about slowing down and taking life a bit easier. If we're lucky, we spend much of our lives planning for the time when we can move on to more relaxing things. Tennessee Crossroads met a retiree in Goodlettsville, TN who, rather than retiring, has spent his time restoring an old pipe organ.
Nashville, TN
Susan Eaddy is a Nashville, TN artist who specializes in clay illustration and who also creates works primarily for children's books and magazines. She also creates scenes with clay animals before photographing them for the final illustration product. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Susan Eaddy - Clay Illustrator.
Lawrenceburg, TN
It’s amazing how many wonderful places there are for enjoying some of the finest pork barbeque in the world right here in Tennessee but, it takes more than just good barbeque to stay in business over the years as Tennessee Crossroads found out when we visited a 40-year-old restaurant filled with family pride. Big John's Bar-B-Q is permanently closed, but you can watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Lynchburg, TN
Joe Elmore travels to a Lynchburg landmark where boarding house dining is a huge attraction.
Franklin, TN
If you've lived in middle Tennessee very long, you've heard of the Vinny - Country star Vince Gill's annual charity golf tournament. Maybe you haven't heard much about the foundation it supports. One that's all about preserving Tennessee golf history and sharing the life-enhancing values of the sport across the state. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.