Nashville, TN
There's something magical about trains, the raw power, immense size, and the sound of that lonesome whistle far off in the distance. The Nashville Steam Preservation Society is working to breathe magic back into a steam engine that been collecting dust for decades in Centennial Park in Nashville, TN. Tennessee Crossroads tells the story of the old 576. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Chattanooga, TN
Ken Wilshire visits a boathouse in Chattanooga where you'll find a couple of old rowboats and some of the finest casual dining on the banks of the Tennessee River.
Gallatin, TN
Tennessee is full of historic, old homes. And thanks to preservation efforts, many have regained their original luster such is the case for Rose Mont in Gallatin, TN. Joe Elmore explores a home inhabited by one single family since it was built in 1842. As you'll discover its design is as unique as its colorful past. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Madison, TN
Tennessee Crossroads stops in the suburban community of Madison, TN, just above Nashville. A place where, like most towns in Tennessee, you can’t catch a train anymore. But, you can explore the old Amqui Train Station, all thanks to some steadfast volunteers and a little help from a country music legend.
Ashland City, TN
The old saying, "big things come in small packages", certainly holds true at Cody's Diner in Ashland City, TN, located just a few doors down from the courthouse, it's where neighbors go for good food, friendly folks and chat about the latest happenings. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Columbia, TN
The old saying goes that it's better to light a candle than curse the darkness so, the folks at Columbia Neon have been lighting candles, electric ones, since the great depression. Tennessee Crossroads shines the light on a special business in Columbia, TN.
Columbia, TN
Ken Wilshire visits an old mercantile store that's brought new life back to Pottsville.
Bristol, TN
You don't see many Made-in-America labeled clothes, hanging on store racks nowadays. Most of that business left the country, in the name of free trade. But don't dispair. Tennessee Crossroads will take you to a Made in Tennessee line of garments coming out of a century-old factory in Bristol, TN. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Arlington, TN
Some of the restaurants we discover for Tennessee Crossroads s disprove the old "location is everything" adage. Slingshot Charlie's in Arlington, TN is a prime example. The owner Betty Milton was determined to create the home-cooking haven of her dreams, a place called Slingshot Charlie's. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Franklin, TN
It's interesting to discover how many creative cottage industries have sprung up in Middle TN. All thanks to people who turn their ideas into reality. Tennessee Crossroads met a Franklin, TN couple who put a new spin on an old favorite wearable. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Franklin Flannels.
Loretto, TN
Even if you move away from your hometown, you are forever connected to your high school mascot. Reunions bring old friends together to recall glory day. Tennessee Crossroads found a place which is like a high school reunion every day so, put on your letter jacket and join us at the Mustang Country Café and Museum in Loretto, TN.
Covington, TN
Ken Wilshire tips his cap to a Covington hatter who continues making head wear the old fashioned way.