Halls, TN
Usually, most people go to crowded malls and shopping centers out of necessity and not for the experience. However, Tennessee Crossroads visits a place called Charlene's Colony of Shops in west Tennessee that is different than the traditional stores we're accustom to. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Charlene's Colony of Shops.
Cowan, TN
Sometimes we try to say no to desserts in the name of calorie counting and weight watching. Tennessee Crossroads met two Franklin County, TN business women who will make sure you save room for their spirited new sweet creations for all occasions. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
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.
Cleveland, TN
We take pride in taking you places around the state that offer wonderful dining experiences, and for the most part the foods we find are truly Southern. Tennessee Crossroads found an unbelievable place in Cleveland, TN that provides a taste of the Wild West with all the trimmings. It's located in an unique setting with a casual environment and Western Flare.
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.
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.
Somerville, TN
You know in our travels across the state we've met quite a few folks with passions for making guitars and fiddles and other musical instruments, but we haven't found a banjo maker until Tennessee Crossroads visited a craftsman in Sommerville, TN who not only makes them but is carrying on the art of banjo making with style. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Tommy George Banjos.
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.
Paris, TN
You know Tennessee Crossroads has traveled throughout the state for years now and we've discovered an abundance of traditional farms everywhere. We've been from dairy, horse, and poultry to cotton, corn, tobacco, beans and so much more. Well, that is, until Tennessee Crossroads found a farm in Paris, TN where they are growing a sweet family business that's guaranteed to satisfy our sweet tooth. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Sally Lane's Candy Farm.
Jackson, TN
Moving is certainly a necessary evil when we find just the right place to meet our needs and it’s no different for folks at the Casey Jones Village in Jackson, TN where they have a tradition of preserving history. Tennessee Crossroads visited there and found that when they find a place to restore, they do whatever it takes to insure their preservation tradition, even if it takes months to move it there. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Providence House.
Townsend, TN
Historians seem to disagree on what the first musical instrument was nor when it was created. However, one thing is certain, music has been instrumental in the development of mankind. Closer to home and much more recently, Tennessee Crossroads met a fellow in east Tennessee who continues a musical tradition that's played an important role in the settlement of the state. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Knoxville, TN
When you're cooking up some really good southern Barbeque it takes a lot of talent to do it just right. Tennessee Crossroads met a very talented musician in East Tennessee who gave up the honky tonks and juke joints for a Barbeque Dive that's really been music to his ears. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.