Memphis, TN
Joe Elmore finds a clothier at the Peabody Hotel in downtown Memphis who's been dressing rock stars and other folks, including Elvis Presley, since 1946.
Knoxville, TN
A Knoxville, TN artist with two passions, which happen to compliment each other. One that starts hot: glass blowing. And one that ends cold: craft brewing. Gretchen Bates met him recently, and has the whole "pretentious" story. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Lebanon, TN
Many of us have been watching a movie when a car in the picture catched our eye. Maybe it was the exact car you drove to the senior prom or the hot car you wished you could have. And if you've ever wondered how that car wound up in that movie watch Tennessee Crossroads as we introduce you to David Tinsley of Lebanon, TN, the man movie makers call when they simply must have the right vehicle for their film. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Portland, TN
Maybe it's more of a guy thing, but for many kids, young and old, cars and car culture hold a special fascination. Tthat often includes the hot rod shops and old service stations associated with cars. Tennessee Crossroads met a craftsman in Portland, TN who never got over his obsession with recreating that car world in miniature proportions. Join us Nashville Public Television to find out more about Andy's Dioramas.
Townsend, TN
When you visit the Smoky Mountains, you've got plenty of options for overnight accommodations. You can rough it in a tent, or live it up in a fancier hotel. A Bed and Breakfast can be the right choice if you want a little pampering in a natural setting that's close to all the park's attraction. Tennessee Crossroads chose one that's highly favored, in more ways than one. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more. This business is closed, but please enjoy the memories of this journey.
Franklin, TN
The first manned balloon flight took place in France in November, 1783. Now, more than two centuries later the fascination for floating quietly over the landscape, propelled by the wind, still has a special lure. Tennessee Crossroads met up with a Williamson County, TN balloonist who's fascination is sharing that bit of hot air heaven. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Ace High Ballooning.
Tracy City, TN
Flashback to 1988: The Dutch Maid Bakery in Tracy City, TN turns out about 3,000 fruit cakes each year for Christmas. Tennessee Crossroads visited a bakery where fruit cakes are no joking matter. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Cookeville, TN
Meet a man who finds inspiration in the perfection of nature. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Spicer and Company.
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