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Emert’s Cove Covered Bridge
“The bridge is named after Frederick Emert, a Revolutionary War soldier” The Emerts Cove Covered Bridge is one of the most photographed bridges in East Tennessee and a peaceful stop near the Smoky Mountains. Built in 2000 over the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River, the covered bridge combines modern construction with the appearance…
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Bell Witch of Tennessee
“Many people in town believed that Kate was a witch” I can’t let Summerween pass without sharing a spooky place! Adams Tennessee is a small town that is known for the events that happened to the John and Lucy Bell family. The events that unfolded are something like a real estate deal between Kate Batts…
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The Red River Farms Sunflower Festival
“The star attraction of the festival is, of course, the stunning sunflower fields.” The Red River Farms TN Sunflower Festival is an enchanting celebration of summer’s vibrant beauty. Each year, this festival draws visitors from near and far, eager to experience the golden fields of sunflowers in full bloom. If you’re looking for a perfect…
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Oldest Cracker Barrel
“This flagship location quickly became a hit, offering home-style meals and a unique retail store featuring country-themed merchandise” The first Cracker Barrel Old Country Store opened in 1969 in Lebanon, Tennessee, founded by Dan Evins as a way to provide travelers with a friendly, nostalgic dining experience that reflected Southern hospitality. This flagship location quickly…
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The Harrisburg Covered Bridge, Tennessee’s Oldest Covered Bridge
“The Harrisburg Covered Bridge built in 1875, has been standing tall for 151 years as of this writing.” The bridge was constructed during a time when covered bridges were essential for protecting the wooden structures from the elements. At 83 feet long, the Harrisburg Covered Bridge allowed for safe passage across the Little Pigeon River,…
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Eiffel Tower Park
“Standing 60 feet tall, the replica may be much smaller than the original in France” Just outside Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, the town of Paris has fully embraced its name with its own version of the Eiffel Tower. Standing 60 feet tall, the replica may be much smaller than the original in…
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Frist Art Museum in Nashville
“Current exhibitions at the Frist Art Museum include Journey through Japan: Myths to Manga” The Frist Art Museum has become one of Tennessee’s leading art destinations since opening in 2001. Housed inside Nashville’s historic former post office building, the museum combines rotating exhibitions with striking Art Deco architecture that makes the building itself part of…
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10 Free things to do this summer in Tennessee
“Here are 10 fun (plus one bonus!) places to visit this summer that are completely FREE in Tennessee!” If you know me, you know I love a free, kid-friendly summer adventure! Getting out of the house with the kids doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Sometimes the best memories are made with a packed picnic…
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Rock Island State Park
“The waterfall was accidentally created in the early 1900s after the river was redirected for hydroelectric power production” Located where the Caney Fork, Collins, and Rocky Rivers meet, Rock Island State Park is one of Tennessee’s most scenic outdoor destinations. The park is known for its steep gorges, powerful waterfalls, rocky overlooks, and fast-moving water…
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The Peabody Hotel and Its Quacking Stars
“Perhaps inspired by a bit too much Tennessee whiskey,they decided to place live ducks in the hotel’s lobby fountain as a prank” When you think of Memphis, Tennessee, you likely imagine soulful blues, mouthwatering barbecue, and the legacy of Elvis Presley. But in downtown Memphis is another cultural gem, the Peabody Hotel, a historic landmark…
