Recent Crossroads Clips
Haynes Flags
Murfreesboro, TN
July 01, 2009
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.
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Arlene’s Art
Gassaway, TN
June 18, 2009
If you liked making mud pies as a child and building bonfires as an adult, you can certainly relate tho this next story. Tennessee Crossroads' Ken Wilshire found an artist in Gassaway, TN who's almost creating modern day fossils with her unique talents. Arlene Knaak certainly knows how to make a lasting impression. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Arlene's Art.
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Rocky Mount Museum
Piney Flats, TN
May 28, 2009
One very popular program here on PBS is Colonial House, where we get to view what life may have been like in those times. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Tennessee history by visiting the Rocky Mount Museum in Piney Flats, TN.
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Lynnville, TN
Lynnville, TN
May 21, 2009
As we speed down the interstate, we may not even be aware that a whole different way of life is going on only a mile or so away from us. Tennessee Crossroads visited the town of Lynneville, TN, you may find a different time preserved on only with articles in a museum but by the people of the town themselves. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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Hot Shots Jump Rope Team
Franklin, TN
May 14, 2009
Across the country, kids have been participating in this sport for years, you might have even tried it out, but Tennessee Crossroads showed us that for some kids this sport isn't just for the school yard. So we thought she should introduce us to the seemingly simple art of Rope Skipping. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Hot Shots Jump Rope Team in Franklin, TN.
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Guitar Maker Mark Piper
Spring Hill, TN
April 30, 2009
You know, you don’t get a moniker like Music City without some great musicians to make the music. And those players can’t make great music without quality-crafted guitars. With so many choices out there though, it takes a special talent that stands out above the crowd of talented craftsmen. Tennessee Crossroads visits one named Mark Piper a recent trip to Spring Hill, TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
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Castle Heights Military Academy
Lebanon, TN
April 16, 2009
While a historic old Military Academy in Lebanon, TN is no longer around, the spirit of its founders lives on thanks to a very active alumni association and a quaint local restaurant. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the old Castle Heights Military Academy and the Chop House Restaurant.
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Sudekum Planetarium
Nashville, TN
April 09, 2009
When people visit Nashville, TN they might come for country music, sporting events or historical attractions, but it's not a known destination for exploring outer space. Maybe it should be. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Sudekum Planetarium at the Adventure Science Center.
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Sutton General Store
Granville, TN
April 02, 2009
We've brought you a lot of stories over the years of folks who've felt the need to preserve things from our past, like old buildings. A few years ago we told you of a couple who renovated a general store in Granville, TN. Well now, it's been turned into a music venue. Tressa Bush takes us there for a listen. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
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Soysage
Primm Springs, TN
April 02, 2009
Tennessee Crossroads meets a caterer in Nashville, TN who makes a unique meat substitute out of beans. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Soysage. This business is closed, but please enjoy the memories of this journey.