Cunningham, TN
We normally don’t think about the Industrial Revolution having as much to do with producing new art as it did with mechanizing the nation but Tennessee Crossroads discovered a local sculptor named Mike Andrews in Cunningham, TN who’s taken elements of this historic period of time and created a dramatic new direction for his artwork dating back to the 19th century. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Readyville, TN
When we need a bag of flour or cornmeal, all we have to do is visit the closest market but, back in the early 1800’s it wasn’t so easy. Folks grew their own grain and took it to the local grist mill for grinding into these staples. Ken Wilshire visited the old Readyville Mill in Cannon county recently to see how one grist mill has been restored and the new owners are doing far more than grinding corn. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Brownsville, TN
You know our 3-star Tennessee state flag represents Eastern, Middle and Western regions of the state while each is proud of its own heritage, but Middle and West Tennessee are joined by what's now called what other than Music Highway. It's actually Interstate 40 between Nashville, TN and Memphis, TN, and when we stopped at exit 56 near Brownsville, TN we discovered an amazing place that honors Tina Turner and musical roots with 5-star flair. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
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.
Columbia, TN
Tennessee Crossroads meets a pair of New Orleans transplants who resettled in Columbia, TN following Hurricane Katrina. Here they restored an old restaurant on the Duck River where they are bringing the taste of home to Tennessee. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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.
Murfreesboro, TN
Everyone feels a little more patriotic around this time of year as we recall our struggle for independence and the people who sacrificed for it more than 200 years ago. But, others have sacrificed since then to help us keep our freedom. Tennessee Crossroads' Rob Wilds met a Murfreesboro, TN man who answered the call years ago, and now shares his memories of that time with others. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Haynes Flags.
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.
Dunlap, TN
Whole ways of life have disappeared without a trace they ever even existed. That might have happened in the town of Dunlap, TN near Chattanooga, TN if some of the people there hadn't gotten together to make sure a big part of their past was preserved. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about The Coke Museum in Dunlap.
Murfreesboro, TN
Back in the day when horses were the major means of transportation, if your family steed needed new shoes it was off to the local blacksmith, and just like transportation has changed, so has the role of blacksmiths. Tennessee Crossroads discovered a creative new way some Tennessee metalsmiths are serving society.
Humboldt, TN
Right in the middle of downtown Humbolt, TN there's a restored old building that holds the history of one of the state's sweetest little treasures. And, while it may be small, the strawberry has had a huge impact on Tennessee's economy. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Humboldt Strawberry Museum.
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.
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