Brentwood, TN
People often say they take for granted what's in their own backyard. If you don't know already, Tennessee offers some of the most renowned scenic waters in the country. Tennessee Crossroads had discovered Patty Shultz from Brentwood, TN who not only enjoys paddling and kayaking in Tennessee, but has even written a book about it to help others discover its beauty. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Kayaking Piney River.
Pall Mall, TN
Owner Joe Sells grew up nearby Pall Mall, TN and always wanted to open a general store, discussed it with his wife and children, tried to be a general store for a few years but did not work financially. So, he noticed a lot of tourists and he did not have anything for them to buy. And that's when a light went off in his head to make and sell fudge. It worked! He's living his dream, and Pig, well it's just something the folks there do to pass the time. They take it seriously, gives locals a place to "hang out", whittle on the front porch in summer, sit by fire in winter and play cards. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Forbus General Store.
Red Boiling Springs, TN
Red Boiling Springs, TN got its name from the red tinted water that used to flow freely there in the early part of the 1900's. Back then, people converged on the town because they thought the water had healing powers. As the word spread, the town became a popular destination and dozens of hotels were built. Today only three remain, and one of them is the Thomas House. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Ashland City, TN
There's just nothing more relaxing than spending time on the water whether it's fishing or skiing or swimming. Tennessee Crossroads found a unique way to view a historical Tennessee waterway that we sometimes take for granted because it's right in our own backyard. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Blue Heron Cruises. Blue Heron Cruises is permanently closed, but you can watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads. Captain Jim sold the boat and has retired. Blue Heron Cruises are grateful for 19 great years and thousands of wonderful customers.
Cookeville, TN
Are you looking for a fun place to take your family this summer? Have you considered Hidden Hollow Park has been around for decades, and if you've been before, you'll want to go back again. There are some new attractions and new owners, but as Tennessee Crossroads found out, most things are still the same after all these years. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Hidden Hollow Park.
Nashville, TN
Cindy Carter explores the many burger options at The Pharmacy.
Sparta, TN
Nan Jacobsohn, a clay sculptor who lives in Sparta, TN isn't only known for her magical clay horses but she's also known as the wife of a very talented wood craftsman. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more how Russ Jacobsohn takes something we may remember from our childhood and makes it magical once again.
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