Maryville, TN
When the Capitol opened in 1934, it soon became the premier entertainment place. Since the Capitol was completely renovated in 2008, it has enjoyed overwhelming popularity. The creative revival of this historic gem has been a labor of love, and its storied history and old Hollywood ambiance are wonderfully unique. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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.
Baxter, TN
Joe Elmore explores a 119-year-old country store in Putnam County, now restored for new business.
Bell Buckle, TN
It's heartening to learn about the restoration of some old historic mansion in Tennessee. Even more so to discover it's being shared with the visitors. The Walker Inn B&B is such a place. It's a Victorian treasure, right in the heart of Bell Buckle, TN, where the whole town's a trip back in time. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Memphis, TN
The next time you spend the night in Memphis, TN, and you feel like pampering yourself, this story is for you. Tennessee Crossroads discovered an absolutely gorgeous Victorian mansion in the Bluff City that offers modern comforts and old world charm. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Chapel Hill, TN
A watering trough is just a watering trough, or so some might say. So, what to do with a watering trough when it gets too old and rusty to do its job as a watering trough; it becomes a cedar chest. It does if the Akin family of Chapel Hill has anything to say about it. Tennessee Crossroads visited them at their workshop to see some of the amazing things they do with other people's trash. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Columbia, TN
Tennessee Crossroads hit the backroads of Maury County, TN. That's where I found Max Davis, a talented guy who never met an old truck he didn't like. Max can transform one into a show quality masterpiece. And it all takes place off the beaten path at Possum Holler Garage. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Lynnville, TN
In this age of chain restaurants, it's getting hard to find a good old-fashioned soda parlor these days. Well, Tennessee Crossroads found one in the tiny town of Lynnville, TN. It boasts having some of the best hamburgers and shakes in the whole state. Here's Cindy at the junction, Soda Pop Junction. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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.