Recent Crossroads Clips
Old Hickory Arts Center
Old Hickory, TN
March 29, 2007
Tennessee Crossroads finds an old school house in Old Hickory, TN that was built to educate African-American youngsters. After its heyday as a learning center, and an amazing renovation, it eventually became a center for aspiring and accomplished artists. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Old Hickory Arts Center.
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Artistic Judge
McMinnville, TN
February 22, 2007
Becoming an artist doesn't necessarily mean you have to invest in expensive supplies or even art lessons. Charles Haston began painting at the tender age of 55, with brushes from Walmart, and never looked back. Tennessee Crossroads traveled to McMinville, TN to meet the man known there as "The Artistic Judge".
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Papa Boudreaux’s
Santa Fe, TN
February 08, 2007
Mardi Gras is coming up, but any time is a great time to celebrate the culinary traditions of Louisiana. Tennessee Crossroads' Susan Watson discovered a great place to do just that out near Fly, Tennessee. It may seem like an unlikely place to open a Cajun restaurant, but as Susan found out, the bayou is not the only place to "have big fun."
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Twisted Sisters
Nashville, TN
February 08, 2007
Sometimes working with family can put a strain on the relationship, but for two sisters in West Nashville, working together has enhanced their artistry and creativity. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the The Twisted Sisters in Nashville, TN.
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Tennessee Aviation Museum
Sevierville, TN
February 08, 2007
In the history of aviation, Tennesseans have played a big part. Now those accomplishments are remembered and displayed in Sevierville, TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the new Tennessee Museum of Aviation.
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Watermelon Moon Farm
Lebanon, TN
February 01, 2007
The next time you cross over the Wilson County-Smith County line be on line lookout for the Watermelon Moon Farm. You won't find watermelons or farming, but you will find a rural hideaway that's relaxing and rejuvenating. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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Crafters of Tennessee, Old Hickory
Old Hickory, TN
January 25, 2007
With music being such an integral part of Tennessee's landscape, it's no surprise many guitars and banjos are built in the state. Celebrities like Garth Brooks, Dolly Parton and John Fogerty have had some of their stringed instruments custom built in Old Hickory, TN. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Crafters of Tennessee - Old Hickory.
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Turner Museum – Grundy County
Tracy City, TN
December 28, 2006
We visit longtime resident William Turner of Grundy County who's on a mission to save his heritage. In his more than 80 years William Turner has never lost his fascination with his home county's past, or his determination to save it and share it. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Turner Museum - Grundy County.
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Santa Collector
Hermitage, TN
December 21, 2006
Many of us like to decorate for Christmas, but one retired teacher in Hermitage, Tennessee has taken decorating to the extreme. Her house is overflowing with Old Saint Nick. If this story doesn't get you in the Christmas spirit, nothing will. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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Williamson County Archives & Museum
Franklin, TN
December 21, 2006
Williamson County Tennessee has experienced tremendous growth and changes in the past decade. Malls and subdivisions now dot the landscape where once farmers tended crops and cattle grazed. For a look back into the country's rural part, Tennessee Crossroads took a tour through the Williamson County Museum that opened recently in downtown Franklin, TN. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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Wooden Hats
Somerset, KY
December 21, 2006
If you're an artist, it's often not what medium you use or how good you are that garners attention. Sometimes it's what you make with your talent-the subject matter. Case in point the Somerset, Kentucky wood turner Tennessee Crossroads met. He makes much of the traditional pieces, but you gotta tip your hat to his main attraction. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Wooden Hats.