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Tennessee State Historic Sites

Rocky Mount Museum	When William Cobb arrived with his family in the western frontier of North Carolina in 1769, he did not realize that his new home would play such an important role in shaping the future of our country. Passing through the door of William Cobb's home, visitors step back in time to the year 1791. George Washington is President of the United States and has appointed William Blount as Governor of the Southwest Territory. Governor Blount has taken up residence at Rocky Mount to conduct the business affairs of the new territory. The tour experience invites one to become part of the happenings of the year 1791 through the first person interpretation of daily lifestyles, domestic and work skills, food, clothing, furnishings and games. Rocky Mount also offers a variety of special events, educational programs, and meeting facilities.

James K. Polk Home	Learn about the 11th President, the youngest up to the time, who managed to expand the borders of the United States to the Pacific Ocean, added three states to the Union, started the Naval Academy, the Washington Monument, issued the first postage stamp, and remains the youngest President to die outside those who have been assassinated.

The Carter House	This Registered Historic Landmark is now open to the public and serves as a memorial to the Carter Family as well as the countless heroes in the Battle of Franklin. The modest brick home was the Federal Command Post while the family took refuge in the basement. See the evidence of over 1,000 bullet holes remaining on site, including the most battle-damaged building from the Civil War.

Marble Springs	Homestead of Revolutionary War Leader and Tennessee's First Governor, John Sevier

Historic Cragfront	Home of General James Winchester - Hero of the Revolution, a pioneer in the wilderness, a brave warrior against the hostile frontier, a Brigadier General in the War of 1812, a leader in the upbuilding of Tennessee, a founder of Memphis, thrifty in commerce, and loyal to his Country.

Historic Rock Castle	Located on the beautiful shores of Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville. Historic Rock Castle is one of Tennessee's most important structures of the early Republic. Its noteworthy architectural character reflects the taste of a man of culture and education; who chose to build a new life for himself and his family, on the frontier.

Local

Johnson's Depot.com

This website is dedicated to past, current, and future residents of Johnson City, Tennessee as well as folks that are just fans of the city and local history. The site documents the early history of Johnson City, its unique railroad roots, and current restoration efforts underway in the "Johnson's Depot Historic District" and vicinity which involve the reconstruction of portions of the City to the character of a late 19th-early 20th Century Railroad Town.

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Tennessee Historical Commission	The mission of the Tennessee Historical Commission is to encourage the inclusive diverse study of Tennessee's history for the benefit of future generations; to protect, preserve, interpret, operate, maintain, and administer historic sites; to mark important locations, persons, and events in Tennessee history; to assist in worthy publication projects; to review, comment on and identify projects that will potentially impact state-owned and non-state-owned historic properties; to locate, identify, record and nominate to the National Register of Historic Places all properties which meet National Register criteria, and to implement other programs of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 as amended.

American Association of Museums	Founded in 1906, the American Association of Museums (AAM) is dedicated to promoting excellence within the museum community. Through advocacy, professional education, information exchange, accreditation, and guidance on current professional standards of performance, AAM assists museum staff, boards and volunteers across the country to better serve the public.

Heritage Alliance	Located in Jonesborough, TN, the Heritage Alliance is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the architectural, historical, and cultural heritage of the region.

Institute for Museum Services	The Institute of Museum and Library Services is an independent Federal grant-making agency dedicated to creating and sustaining a nation of learners by helping libraries and museums serve their communities.

Native Ground Music	Native Ground Music, founded in 1973, is the comprehensive resource for authentic southern Appalachian music and traditional music of rural America, the Civil War, and the Old West. Our gospel, bluegrass, and old-time folk music collections are unsurpassed, and we have a full catalog of outlaw ballads, cowboy music, pioneer music, Lewis & Clark music, and railroad songs.

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