your guide - Greene County Partnership Tourism
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your guide - Greene County Partnership Tourism
DISCOVER Greeneville, Tennessee Official Visitor Guide GREENE COUNTY TOURISM “A Presidential Town” Rich Heritage... Friendly People! www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com GREENE COUNTY TOURISM GREENEVILLE EXPERIENCE IT! (423)638-4111 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com Rich Historical Heritage Greene County enjoys a rich, historical heritage. Early settlers followed Indians and animals to the Big Spring - a water source that eventually served the growing town of Greeneville for 150 years. Founded in 1783, Greeneville and Greene County were named for Revolutionary War hero Nathanael Greene of Rhode Island. It was to this flourishing community that Andrew Johnson came in 1826 as an illiterate tailor’s apprentice. Self-educated, he rose through every political office, from Greeneville alderman to 17th President of the United States. His home, tailor shop and burial place, as well as a visitor center, are open to the public and maintained as a National Historic Site by the U.S. Park Service. Frontiersman Davy Crockett was born in Greene County, near present-day Limestone, in 1786. He later died in Texas, defending the Alamo during the war for Texas independence from Mexico. During the Civil War, Greeneville changed hands several times. Although the state voted to secede, East Tennessee was an island of unionist sentiment. 2 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com DISCOVER Greeneville, Tennessee Official Visitor Guide Table of Contents Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . Food Fix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stone’s Throw . . . . . . . . . . . . Out & About . . . . . . . . . . . . Thread Count . . . . . . . . . . . . Civil War Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . 8 10 12 14 16 17 19 GREENE COUNTY GREENE TOURISM COUNTY TOURISM “A Presidential Town” Rich Heritage... Friendly People! The Greene County Partnership Tourism Council has made every effort to maintain the accuracy of the information printed in this guide but assumes no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. Hours of operation, dates of special events and admission prices are all subject to change without notice. Please call in advance to verify information. www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 3 Greene County is a progressive, diversified community nestled in the Appalachian foothills of East Tennessee that abounds with natural scenic beauty, warm friendly people, fascinating history and an unlimited variety of outdoor activities. It is a community that takes great pride in expanding its cutting-edge technology while carefully preserving its priceless and unique history. The graceful blending of the future and past make it a truly extraordinary community. Designations • #1 Small Town in Tennessee 100 Best Small Towns in America • The 50 Best Small Southern Towns • American’s Most Charming Towns & Villages • 12th Best Small Town for Corporate Facilities in the nation • Top 25 Mountain Towns by Pinnacle Living • Tennessee Boomtowns by Jack Shultz • Among the 213 “Playful City USA” Communities • Cool Spot for Summer Meetings by Convention South 4 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com GREENEVILLE General Information A Winning Destination Greene County Sports Council Greeneville, TN (423) 638-4111 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com /AllStarGreeneville Climate The average annual temperature is 55 degrees with 11 inches of snowfall annually, and an average of 42 inches of rainfall. • • • • July temperature – High 87 – Low 61 October temperature – High 67 – Low 42 January temperature – High 40 – Low 27 April temperature – High 67 – Low 43 Health Care Dickson-Williams Mansion Tour Step across the threshold of the DicksonWilliams mansion and step into a storied past filled with exquisite antique furnishings, immortal American heroes, and an intriguing history. Daily tours year-round at 1:00 pm Adults: $10.00, Students: 6–18 $5.00 Children 5 & Under: Free ‘A Walk with the President’ Walking Tour Tennessee’s second oldest town is brought to life as you stroll down the same streets that Andrew Johnson did when he returned from the White House in 1869. April through October, Monday through Saturday at 9:30 am Adults: $5.00, Children 5 & Under: Free •Tickets may be purchased at the General Morgan Inn. •All tours depart from the General Morgan Inn Lobby. •Tours limited to 12 people. Please call 423-787-0500 24 hours in advance for groups over 12 people. Health care needs for the community are met by two hospitals staffed by more than 100 physicians in a variety of specialties, state-operated homes for individuals with developmental disabilities, several nursing homes, assisted living facilities and numerous other health-related businesses. Health services are enhanced by Greene County’s close proximity to major medical centers in Knoxville and the Tri-Cities area. Sporting Venues • • • • • • • • • Tusculum College Sports Program Galaxy Soccer Park Terry Bellamy Soccer Complex Greeneville Skate Park Olympia Bowling Lanes Tennis Complex Volunteer Speedway Pioneer Park I-81 Motorsports • Hot Wheels Roller Skating Rink • Greeneville Parks & Recreation • Hal Henard Baseball/Softball Complex www.MainStreetGreeneville.org www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 5 DON’T MISS ANNUAL Calendar of Events for Greeneville, TN Feb. Annual Antique Appraisal Fair & Show Apr. Tiny Day/Red Edmonds Memorial Softball Tournament Opening of the Greeneville Farmer’s Market Old Oak Festival May Annual Iris Festival Kids’ Fishing Day Kids’ Day on the Farm Taste of Greeneville Culinary Event Jun. Annual Volunteer State Auto Show Mosheim Fun Days Greeneville Astros (June-Aug.) Appalachian Heritage Fair June Dairy Days Celebration Jul. Home for the 4th Celebration – Greeneville Astros/Pioneer Park Downtown for the Fourth Celebration Aug. Greene County Fair Crockett Days Celebration Sept. Baileyton Days Celebration Beef Day Celebration Nov. Festival of Trees Greeneville Woman’s Club Holiday Bazaar Chocolate Fantasy BBQ & Bluegrass Festival Dec. Annual Christmas Parade Landair Ladies’ Classic Basketball Tournament Christmas in Downtown Crockett Christmas Christmas in the Park Farm-City Banquet For a complete listing of events, visit: http://www.visitgreenevilletn.com/events Iris Festival 3rd Weekend in May Arts Crafts Food Entertainment Woodcarvers Show & Sell Kids Area www.greenecountypartnership.com/events 423-638-4111 6 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE Annie Hogan Bird Auditorium 60 Shiloh Rd 423-636-7300 www.tusculum.edu/tour/campus/tbyrd.html Capitol Theatre 104 S. Main Street 423-638-7712 Greeneville Arts Council P.O. Box 2282 423-525-9088 www.GreenevilleArts.org Niswonger Performing Arts Center 210 Tusculum Blvd 423-638-1328 www.greenevillenpac.com Phoenix Theatres 925 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy 423-787-7469 www.phoenixbigcinemas.com & TREASURES An Antique Trail through Greene County,Tennessee Go Antiquing in Tennessee’s second oldest town. Visit more than 200 antique dealers in one of the most unique towns in the southeast! American Road Antiques 6125 East Andrew Johnson Hwy Afton, TN 37616 423-638-1534 By-Pass Antiques 2220 Andrew Johnson Highway Greeneville, TN 37745 423-639-3884 Davy Crockett Trading Company 10015 Andrew Johnson Highway Limestone, TN 37681 423-552-0379 facebook.com/ davycrocketttradingco East Tenn Glassware & Antiques 1213 Snapps Ferry Road Greeneville, TN 37745 423-588-5972 facebook.com/ EastTennGlasswareAntiques Goodwill Industries 2660 East Andrew Johnson Hwy Greeneville, TN 37743 423-638-7062 Greeneville Antique Market 117 West Depot Street Greeneville, TN 37743 423-638-2773 facebook.com/ GreenevilleAntiqueMarket Greeneville Antiques and Reproductions 410 North Main Street Greeneville, TN 37745 423-639-4064 Habitat for Humanity 2460 West Andrew Johnson Hwy Greeneville, TN 37745 423-638-3838 GREENE COUNTY TOURISM MacAbbey Road Antiques 219 North Irish Street Greeneville, TN 37745 423-258-5259 http://tiny.cc/pyla8x Opportunity House Thrift Store 503 Tusculum Blvd. Greeneville, TN 37745 423-638-3483 Park House Antiques 310 South Cutler Street Greneville, TN 37745 423-638-5776 facebook.com/parkhouseantiques Part Time Antiques 903 E. Church Street Greeneville, TN 37745 423-278-8818 Take A Chance Flea Market 829 East Andrew Johnson Hwy Greeneville, TN 37745 423-588-5451 facebook.com/ takeachancefleamarket The Burlap Bunny 808 Tusculum Blvd. Greeneville, TN 37745 423-620-8375 facebook.com/pages/The-BurlapBunny The Treasure Chest 701 East Church Street Greeneville, TN 37745 423-638-5266 facebook.com/ treasurechestgreeneville Treasure Traders Consignment Shop 45 Laurel Gap Dr Baileyton, TN 37745 423-620-2627 facebook.com/ treasuretradersconsignmentshop For more information go to VisitGreenevilleTN.com FOOD FIX AMERICAN ETHNIC The Bean Barn Asian Express 515 E. Church St (423) 638-8329 1405 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 798-8885 Boroonies Bar & Grill Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 801 West Main St (423) 525-4632 CASUAL/FAMILY DINING Hyperion Grill LLC Amy’s Kitchen 1759 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-4143 102 East Hardin St (423) 798-9401 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 2771 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 636-1483 Aunt Bea’s Restaurant 908 Tusculum Blvd (423) 638-1451 The Butcher’s Block 125 Serral Dr (423) 638-4485 Captain D’s Seafood 245 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-6311 www.captainds.com We hope you enjoy your stay and look forward to serving you! Catalyst Coffee Company 101 N. Main St (423) 588-5146 The Farmer’s Daughter 1245 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 588-5432 Ma & Pa’s Restaurant 6853 Asheville Hwy (423) 638-2427 Old Stage Restaurant 1240 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-5391 Ryan’s Family Steak House 2645 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-9727 Smokin’ Pig BBQ 708 E. Church Street (423) 638-8227 Stan’s Bar-B-Q 2620 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 787-0017 Top Choice BBQ 919 W. Main St (423) 278-6276 7700 Erwin Hwy Chuckey, TN 37641 (423) 257-4650 Waffle House Fat Boys The Whistle Stop 1001 W. Main St (423) 787-0504 Fatz Café 3140 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 787-9090 Gondolier Italian Restaurant 3565 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 636-9800 8 The Lazy Rooster Café www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 2761 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 636-0222 905 Erwin Hwy Greeneville, TN 37745 (423) 638-3190 Zaxby’s 3280 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-4103 Casa Nostra Italian Cuisine 1345 Tusculum Blvd (423) 787-7950 915 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 787-9300 Casa Guerrero 195 Van Hill Rd (423) 234-0123 915 West Main St Greeneville, TN 37743 Best Mexican Food in the area (423) 787-0670 Free Salsa Bar (Dine in) Open Daily 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Happy hour on weekends Homemade drinks and more. Harvest Family Restaurant China Buffet Cuz’s Drive-Thru 535 Van Hill Rd (423) 234-0021 Davy Crockett Travel Center 3124 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423)798-8001 Jimmi Jon’s Hillbilly Café 400 East Bernard Ave (423) 636-0202 The Tannery Downtown 117 E. Depot St (423) 638-2772 Tannery Express 227 W. Bernard Ave (423) 787-9677 Tipton’s Café 127 W. Depot St (423) 639-4201 590 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 636-8838 China Chef 1347 Tusculum Blvd (423) 787-1990 Diamond House Chinese/ Japanese 650 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-6440 Frontera Mexican Grill 6585 Horton Hwy (423) 234-0150 Monterrey Mexican Restaurant (2 Locations) 1351 Tusculum Blvd (423) 639-3363 211 W. Summer St (423) 638-9841 The Rice Box Dairy Queen (2 Locations) Paint Creek Café Sonic Drive-In 1175 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 525-4815 3630 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 525-5109 14044 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 235-1023 645 Viking Mountain Road (423) 787-0917 1735 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 636-1116 Pal’s Sudden Service (2 Locations) Subway (4 Locations) 3130 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 525-4343 1357 Tusculum Blvd (423) 638-7555 3265 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 798-0022 Hardee’s (2 Locations) Papa John’s Pizza 111 N. Main St (423) 787-7500 2670 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-7980 711 Asheville Hwy (423) 636-1730 1315 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-7272 2400 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 783-0239 715 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-1195 607 Asheville Hwy (423) 798-0055 FAST FOOD Kentucky Fried Chicken The Salsa’s Restaurant 625 Asheville Hwy (423) 787-0800 FINE DINING Brumley’s at the General Morgan Inn Angeez Sweet Shop 1154 Tusculum Blvd (423) 972-7354 Arby’s 519 Tusculum Blvd (423) 636-1995 Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits 3240 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 636-1021 Burger King 1390 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-1050 Central Park 1365 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-9222 Cook Out 3545 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy Creamy Cup 885 Erwin Highway (423) 525-4469 Dunkin’ Donuts 1701 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-3601 Little Top Drive-Thru 507 N. Main St (423) 639-9800 Little Caesars Pizza 1440 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-9292 Long John Silver’s 1595 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-8761 McDonald’s (5 Locations) 2760 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-5561 107 Austin St (423) 639-3277 504 Asheville Hwy (423) 636-2673 3755 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (Walmart) (423) 798-8976 35 Speedway Lane (423) 234-7000 Peggy Ann Bakery Deli 934 Snapps Ferry Rd (423) 639-1924 Pizza Hut 915 Tusculum Blvd (423) 639-9811 Pizza Inn 915 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-6666 Pizza Plus 610 Van Hill Rd (423) 652-2336 Rocky’s Pizza Taco Bell (2 Locations) 3050 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-6530 14050 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 235-9278 TCBY Treats 1370 Tusculum Blvd (423) 638-7674 Wendy’s (3 Locations) 1330 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-3531 601 Asheville Hwy (423)787-1926 13350 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 235-4572 104 Village Dr, Ste 3 (423) 638-7597 Sandwich House 611 N. Main St (423) 639-8161 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 9 Horton Hwy. T 3 4 EXIT 11 44 2 Baileyton Golf Club 1 To Baileyton Ted Hensley, Owner/Broker To Rogersville 877-988-0111 EXIT 36 EXIT 30 Serving All of East Tennessee 22 172 EXIT 23 14 17 Bail eyto n 70 e Rog 1 Mosheim Approximately 10 miles to Greeneville City Limits Hw son ohn ew J r d An Rd. 1 ille rsv 2 To Morristown & Knoxville 11E 349 5 Takoma Regional 2 To Newport and I-40 Asheville Hwy. s ey d. wl l R Be ape Ch Lore tta S t. . St 2 . ish . Ir in St . W St a n M . W. rso St a st 4 C re o F Forest Park Hardin Park 321 4 Cutle r St. 1 70 . Rd rg bu s n rre Wa Cherokee National Forest Ranger Office Andrew Johnson Golf Course 70 13 18 7 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com C Nolichucky View Golf Club 5 Paint Creek Rd. M 4 Link Hills Country Club (Private Course) . e Rd idg s Br n e l Al 1 10 Dep Summ Iri sh S Around Pond Banks Farms Baileyton Camp Inn Baileyton RV Park Davy Crockett Horse Creek Paint Creek, Round Knob (Cherokee National Forest) 6 Va nn Rd . 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Holsto n Dr. Campgrounds te ou kR uc Tr tntrailsandbyways.com Guides for this trail can be found at the Chamber of Commerce t. ch S hur W. C W. Summer St. 11E y. W. C hur ch S t. 2 BUSINESS Rd. 10 Kinse To Kingsport & Bristol Graysburg Hills Golf Course sley Hou ve. A 321 Bl vd . Tu sc ul um N. I rish St. 10 15 . St ain M Monument Ave. 18 Mc Ke eS t. Be rn ar dA ve . E. Church St. 17 Main Street: Greeneville Tours S. Mc Ke e St . 1 wy. ille H 4H La ne shev Old A Links Mill Rd. Kinser Park Ln. 12 er Park 350 12 8 Lauglin Memorial Greeneville Astros Accommodations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Andrew Johnson Inn Quality Inn of Bulls Gap Knights Inn Clyde Austin 4-H Center/Lodge Econo Lodge Days Inn General Morgan Inn-EL Greene Villa Motel Hampton Inn of Greeneville Hemlock Hollow Farm & Shoppe Quality Inn of Greeneville Nolichuckey Bluffs Cabins Serenity Cove Super 8 The Oaks Retreat The Round Table 36 Motel Viking Mountain Lodge 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 Andrew Johnson Golf Club Baileyton Golf Club Graysburg Hills Link Hills Country Club (private) Nolichucky View Golf Club Twin Creeks Civil War Sites 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Battle of Blue Springs Bridge Burners/Harmon Cemetery Tusculum College-EL Dickson-Williams Mansion 7 General Morgan Inn 7 Hangings @ the Depot Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Chamber of Commerce/Tourism Greene County Partnership To Erwin 19 Tusculum College Rd. lum scu u T Old Golf Courses Rd. ge rid es B Jon Crescent Dr. 4 College St . St. N. M ain 2 16 Be rn ar dA ve . 1 3 7 Colle ge S t. St. 5 7 on as M . St . Rd pot St. mer S t. 5 2 13 5 d. Blv um cul s u T l he et t. B M N. Main St. . n St 21 4&5 . Rd Twin Creeks Golf Course 14 6 16 ti Aus Doug hty Ave. Spen cer St. 9 ry er sF pp a Sn e. Av on nn a h Bo 11E 5 107 8 r. sD sti Ju wy. on H hns o J rew And 11 9 1 6 3 Municipal Airport . Rd Shiloh Rd. Kiser Blvd. rry Fe ps p a Sn 6 6 3 Rd. ds oun rgr Fai y. Hw rt o sp ng Ki Ind us tri al Rd . 93 7 To Johnson City 3 1 Attractions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Andrew Johnson National Cemetery Andrew Johnson Visitors Center Bewley’s City Garage Car Museum Bible Covered Bridge Capitol Theatre Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Dickson-Williams Mansion Doak House Greene County Courthouse Annex Greeneville Astros Homestead (Andrew Johnson) I-81 MotorSports Park Kinser Park Lost State of Franklin Margarette Falls Greeneville/Greene County History Museum Niswonger Performing Arts Center-EL Old Harmony Cemetery Olde Gaol (Jail) President Andrew Johnson Museum & Library T. Elmer Cox History & Genealogy Library Volunteer Speedway Shopping & Dining 1 2 3 4 5 Brolin & Bailey Co. Broyles General Store Captain D’s Casa Guerrero Richland Creek Gifts Ad Sponsors 1 2 US Nitrogen-EL Walters State Community College-EL EL= Enhanced Listing www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 11 STONE’S THROW Doak House Museum Tusculum College Campus • (423) 636-8554 Home of Samuel Witherspoon Doak, frontier Presbyterian minister and educator who co-founded Tusculum College. Built circa 1830 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Doak House Museum is home to period furnishings, exhibits, a museum shop, and offers educational programs for adults and children, as well as special events throughout the year. Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed national and college holidays. Lost State of Franklin Andrew Johnson National Historic Site 121 Monument Ave • (423) 638-3551 Home of the 17th President of the United States. Includes the Visitor Center, Museum, Tailor Shop, two Greeneville residences and National Cemetery, the burial site of President Johnson. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Closed New Year’s Day, Christmas Day and Thanksgiving. Admission: free; located in downtown Greeneville. Bible Covered Bridge Warrensburg Rd • (423) 798-1766 Built in 1923, the bridge stretches across Little Chuckey Creek at a ford that connects the Bible farm with the Warrensburg Road. In 1948, the bridge was deeded to Greene County and in 1975 became a historical structure. Restoration of the bridge was completed in the fall of 2004. Margarette Falls Margarette Falls Trail • (423) 638-4109 One of the most outstanding waterfalls in the Nolichuckey/Unaka Ranger District, the falls is fan-shaped and drops about 50 feet, cascading over stair-step rocks. The trail rises 500 feet through hardwoods and a gorge with sandstone cliffs. It offers a view of Cathedral Rock – an impressive projection from the cliffs. Greeneville/Greene County History Museum Cherokee National Forest 101 W. McKee St • (423) 636-1558 Take a walk through Greene County’s rich history. The galleries house artifacts depicting the lives of Native Americans, pioneer children, early farmers, soldiers, Andrew Johnson, African-Americans, Victorian era families and much more. Located in the Historic District. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children’s programs by appointment. Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Old Greene County Gaol (Jail) 4900 Asheville Hwy • (423) 638-4109 If you enjoy the outdoors, the Cherokee National Forest has a lot to offer, including picnicking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, and wildlife viewing. 1245 Davy Crockett Park Rd • (423) 257-2167 Beautifully landscaped 105-acre park along the Nolichuckey River. Museum depicting life of Davy Crockett, replica of Crockett birthplace cabin, camping, swimming pool, picnic areas, fishing, and hiking trails. Visitor Center and museum open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on weekdays. Campground and park open year-round, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. in the summer and until 6 p.m. during winter. Handicap accessible. Senior rates for camping. Admission to pool is $3.00. From I-81 traveling south, Exit 57, 28 miles. From I-81 traveling north, Exit 23, 28 miles. E. Depot St • (423) 638-4111 Originally built in 1804-05, the stone jail was in the middle of Depot Street near the Andrew Johnson Tailor Shop. The rear of the jail was nearly touching Richland Creek so the creek water could be channeled to enter and flow through a trough in the stone floor to carry away human waste. In 1838, the jail was moved stone by stone to its present site. Open by appointment only. Dickson-Williams Mansion Tusculum College Campus • (423) 636-7348 The museum is located in Old College built in 1841. It houses the personal library of President Andrew Johnson, along with personal papers and memorabilia of the president and his family. Also includes exhibits on and archives of Tusculum College “oldest college in Tennessee,” and museum studies program. Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed national and college holidays. 108 North Irish St • (423) 787-0500 A prime example of Federal architecture, the mansion was built in 1821 by Greeneville’s first postmaster, William Dickson. During the Civil War, the mansion served as officers’ quarters for both Confederate and Union troops. Daily 90-minute tours. Admission $10. 12 College St • (423) 639-7105 This building was used from 1785 to 1787 as the Capitol of Franklin. The original building was dismantled and sent to Nashville to be put on exhibition at the Centennial Exposition and the logs were never returned. The restored Capitol of the Lost State of Franklin is one of the most historic buildings in Tennessee and is an authentic reproduction of the original. www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com President Andrew Johnson Museum & Library at Tusculum College Old Harmony Graveyard The oldest graveyard in present-day Greeneville, the tombstones date back to the 1790s. Valentine Sevier, who served as Circuit Court Clerk from 1810 until 1854, is buried here, as well as Robert Kerr, first settler of Greeneville, and Mordecai Lincoln, a tanner and Justice of the Peace, who performed Andrew Johnson’s wedding and was a cousin of Abraham Lincoln. The upper corner is called the “cholera section” because, in 1873, during an epidemic, trenches were dug and people were buried there when they were dying faster than graves could be dug. GUIDED TOURS Downtown Walking Tour (423) 787-0500 • www.mainstreetgreeneville.com Tennessee’s second oldest town is brought to life as you stroll down the same streets that Andrew Johnson walked when he returned from the White House in 1869. The 90-minute tour departs from the lobby of the General Morgan Inn at 9:30 a.m., Monday through Saturday, April through October. For group reservations, please call (423) 787-0500. Dickson-Williams Mansion 108 N. Irish St • (423) 787-0500 www.mainstreetgreeneville.com Step across the threshold of the Dickson-Williams Mansion and into a storied past filled with exquisite antique furnishings, immortal American heroes, and an intriguing history. A prime example of Federal architecture, the mansion was built in 1821 by Greeneville’s first postmaster, William Dickson. During the Civil War, the mansion served as officers’ quarters for both Confederate and Union troops. Daily 90-minute tours. Admission $10. SELF-GUIDED TOURS The Greene County Partnership Tourism Department offers two self-guided tours of Greeneville and Greene County. (423) 638-4111 “A Walk with the President” self-guided tour takes you on a walk through the past from the Andrew Johnson Tailor Shop and Museum to historic churches, the Big Spring and the Greeneville/Greene County History Museum. USS GREENEVILLE (SSN 772) USS GREENEVILLE is the 61st Los Angeles Class submarine and the 22nd Improved Los Angeles Class Attack submarine. Construction began on March 1, 1990, and her keel was laid on April 16, 1992, at Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company. The PreCommissioning Unit GREENEVILLE (SSN-772) was officially manned on January 19, 1994, and christened on September 17, 1994, by Mrs. Tipper Gore, wife of former Vice President Al Gore. USS GREENEVILLE was commissioned a U.S. Naval warship at Norfolk Naval Base on February 16, 1996. GREENEVILLE changed homeport to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in March 1997. COMMANDING OFFICER - CDR Gabriel Anseeuw Veteran’s Memorial Park Forest Street • 423-638-3143 Greene County: remembering the fallen and honoring the serving. “Main Street to the Mountains” the Greene County Auto Tours, is a 40-page, spiral-bound, four-color brochure describing area historical sites and attractions, and includes four foldout maps (one page per tour). The tours are entitled “A Track Through Greene County,” ”Along the Foot of Greystone,”“A Journey to Paint Rock” and “Rivers, Roads and Rail Lines.” While driving the auto tours, travelers will see many of Greene County’s picturesque farmsteads with their clusters of homes, gardens and outbuildings, attesting to Greene County’s strong agriculture history. Each tour also offers optional side trips that tourists and locals may take to numerous local historic sites. www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 13 OUT & ABOUT CAMPGROUNDS Greene County’s lifestyle is unparalleled. It provides a uniquely appealing place in which to live, work and raise a family. The climate consists of four very distinct, very mild seasons, which allow residents and visitors to take advantage of the limitless outdoor recreational opportunities available. Nestled in the mountains, virtually all golf courses boast spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Other recreational opportunities include YMCA, health clubs, tennis courts, bicycle paths, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cherokee National Forest, Appalachian Trail, hiking, boating, skiing, fishing, rafting, hunting, horseback riding, camping and swimming. Hemlock Hollow Farm & Shoppe (423) 787-0917 BASEBALL Kinser Park (423) 639-5912 Greeneville Astros The Greeneville Astros, an Appalachian League affiliate of the Houston Astros, play a 34-game home schedule at Pioneer Park, on the campus of Tusculum College, from June through August. For more information, call (423) 638-0411 or visit www.greenevilleastros.com. BICYCLE ROUTES Cherokee National Forest Nolichucky District Tennessee 4900 Asheville Hwy, Greeneville, TN 37745 (423) 638-4109 BOATING & FLY FISHING Watauga Kayak Tours & Outfitters 1409 Broad St, Elizabethton, TN 37643 (423) 542-6777, www.trouttown.com. 14 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com HIKING TRAILS Appalachian Trail – 25-mile trail begins at the Waterville exit off I-40 in Cocke County and follows the TN/NC state line. Chimney Rocks Trail – This trail begins at Weaver’s Bend Road. The 2.9-mile trail stops at its junction with Paint Mountain. For more information: (423) 638-4109. WALKING TRAILS Takoma Regional Hospital’s CREATION Health Trail – a 4.3 mile trail located just blocks from historic downtown. Laughlin Memorial Hospital Walking Trail – a .9 mile trail that winds around the hospital campus. Tusculum Linear Trail – a 4 mile trail that winds through the Tusculum College campus. Graysburg Hills Golf Course 910 Graysburg Hills Rd Chuckey, TN 37641 • (423) 234-8061 Knobs; par 36; 3,351 yds from blue tees. Fodder Stack; par 36; 3,509 yds from blue tees. Chimney Top; par 36; 3,439 yds from blue tees. Snack bar; pro shop; driving range and putting green. Around Pond (423) 234-0229 Baileyton RV Park (423) 234-4992 Cherokee National Forest (423) 638-4109 Old Mountain Campground (423) 638-3236 Pebble Mountain (423) 257-2120 Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Cabin and tent sites available. (423) 257-2167 GOLF COURSES Andrew Johnson Golf Club 615 Lick Hollow Rd • (423) 636-1476 18 holes; par 70; 6,103 yds from blue tees. Driving range; pro shop; snack bar. Carts have tops, baskets and ball washers. Tee times suggested on weekends, holidays. Baileyton Golf Club 7925 Horton Hwy Baileyton, TN 37745 • (423) 234-5131 18 holes; par 71; 6,340 yds from blue tees. Pro shop; snack bar; carts. Daily golf specials. Nolichucky View Golf Club 5605 Asheville Hwy • (423) 638-7888 18 holes; par 70; 6,085 yds from blue tees. Putting green, practice chipping green. Twin Creeks Golf Course 90 Chuckey Hwy Chuckey, TN 37641 • (423) 257-5192 18 holes; par 72; 6,147 yds from blue tees. Putting green; pro shop; snack bar; carts. Tee times required on weekends. Link Hills Country Club (Private) 1325 East Allens Bridge Rd (423) 639-2961 18 holes; par 71; 6,733 yds from blue tees. Driving range, putting green, pro shop, snack bar. WHITE WATER RAFTING Cherokee Adventures, Inc. 2000 Jonesborough Rd Erwin, TN 37650-4063 (423) 743-7733, 1-800-445-7238 www.cherokeeadventures.com Experience the thrill of white water rafting on the upper and lower Nolichucky River. 䜀爀攀攀渀攀瘀椀氀氀攀ᠠ猀 䠀椀猀琀漀爀椀挀 䔀瘀攀渀琀 嘀攀渀甀攀 PROUD TO CALL LEARN to SKYDIVE 423-765-5111 GREENE COUNTY HOME! US Nitrogen is proud to invest in the Greene County community. Our $200 million state-of-the-art facility represents the largest capital investment in county history. We care about the things that matter to those who live in our community. Since 2012, US Nitrogen has donated more than $230,000 to sponsor local nonprofits, organizations and schools. We are neighbors giving back to our community. More than 85 percent of our employees are from Greene County or its surrounding counties. Our employees volunteer numerous hours in local classrooms providing STEM education and professional skills training. Thanks to all who make Greene County a great place to live, work and visit! www.usnitrogen.com www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 15 THREAD COUNT Andrew Johnson Inn 2145 Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-8124 www.andrewjohnsoninn.com Amenities: pool Quality Inn 50 Speedway Ln (423) 235-9111 www.bestwestern.com Amenities: fitness center, pool, continental breakfast, meeting space for 30. Knight’s Inn 121 Serral Dr (423) 638-1331 Amenities: internet, breakfast shop, microwave, fridge, meeting space for 50. Days Inn 935 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-2156 www.daysinn.com Amenities: continental breakfast, meeting space for 25. General Morgan Inn 111 N. Main St (423) 787-1000 www.generalmorganinn.com Amenities: continental breakfast, oversized rooms, fitness center, conference rooms, meeting space for 400, walking distance to all downtown attractions. Super 8 90 Speedway Ln (423) 235-4112 www.super8.com Amenities: pool, Jacuzzi suites, continental breakfast. The Round Table 1104 Tusculum Boulevard (423) 638-2275 Ten fully-furnished corporate apartments and one off-site two-bedroom condo with swimming pool and tennis courts. 36 Motel 440 Van Hill Rd (423) 234-4422 Serenity Cove 9125 Ashville Hwy (423) 798-0537 www.serenitycove.com Amenities: full kitchens, wood burning stoves, picturesque views, porch swings, no tv or phones. Hemlock Hollow Inn & Paint Creek Cafe 645 Chandler Cir (423) 787-0917 www.hemlockhollowinn.com Amenities: cabins, camp sites, heated, open year round, AT hiker hostel plus, store and cafe. Nolichuckey Bluffs 295 Kinser Park Ln 1-800-842-4690 www.tennessee-cabins.com Amenities: cabins, disc golf, gristmill, hiking, native plant tour, quilt trail, full breakfast, Organic gardens, fantastic views. Greene Villa Motel 2370 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-1112 Clyde Austin 4-H Center 214 4-H Lane (423) 639-3811 www.clydeaustin4hcenter.com Amenities: private outdoor setting with modern facilities. Hampton Inn 3130 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-3735 www.greenevilletn.hamptoninn.com Amenities: pool, fitness center, deluxe breakfast, Jacuzzi rooms, meeting space. Econo Lodge 1790 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-4185 www.comfortinn.com/hotel/tn324 Amenities: pool, conference rooms, internet, continental breakfast, meeting space for 150. Quality Inn 3160 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-7511 Amenities: internet, fitness center, pool, deluxe breakfast, meeting space for 8. • • • • • • • Free Wi-Fi Free hot breakfast Seasonal outdoor pool Meeting room Free weekday newspaper Free Coffee Room amenities include microwaves, TVs and coffee makers in addition to standard room amenities. 3160 E Andrew Johnson Highway, Greeneville, TN 37745 Phone: (423) 638-7511 Fax: (423) 638-8956 VikingMountainLodge.com 16 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com CIVIL WAR TRAILS BATTLE OF BLUE SPRINGS This battle, fought on October 10, 1863, documented by both Union and Confederate troops, was a major battle by all accounts. The battle of Blue Springs was the result of a desperate effort of the Rebels to hold upper East Tennessee and the equal determination of the Union forces to drive them from the state entirely. POTTERTOWN BRIDGE BURNERS Greene County, believed to be a hotbed of divided loyalties, was home to a community nicknamed “Pottertown.” In this community lived Christopher A. Haun, a potter that crafted pottery still highly valued today. Haun conspired with local residents to cripple the rail system by burning railroad bridges. TUSCULUM COLLEGE Located on the campus of the oldest college in Tennessee, the Old College (1841) is the only structure remaining from the earliest days of Tusculum College. Students here burned then-Sen. Andrew Johnson in effigy before classes were finally suspended. The college suffered greatly during the war due to occupation by soldiers of both sides. The building is now the home of the President Andrew Johnson Collection, Tusculum College Archives, and Tusculum Museum Studies Program. UNIONIST STRONGHOLD Before the war began, Greene County had a long history of abolitionist settlement. It was not surprising, then, that local residents overwhelmingly supported the Union when Tennessee seceded in 1861. Tennessee denied 30 neighboring counties’ request for creating a separate state after meeting in Greeneville. Greeneville changed hands many times during the war. The Dickson-Williams Mansion served as headquarters for both sides. Greeneville was also home to Andrew Johnson, who moved here from North Carolina in 1826. He assumed presidency after Abraham Lincoln’s assassination in 1865. He was very ill-equipped to reconcile a nation torn apart by war. HANGINGS AT THE DEPOT On November 9, 1861, after Union sympathizers burned several area railroad bridges, Col. Danville Leadbetter arrived to rebuild the bridges and catch the perpetrators. After being sentenced to death, Henry Fry and Jacob Hinshaw were marched up Depot Street and hanged for their crimes. The third, Hugh Self, was imprisoned because he was only 16. THE DICKSON-WILLIAMS MANSION Once known as the Showplace of East Tennessee, and built by Greeneville’s first postmaster, the mansion and her owner, Catharine Williams, hosted many U.S. Presidents as well as officers from both the Union and Confederate sides. Confederate cavalry hero Gen. John Hunt Morgan spent the last night of his life in this mansion and was later killed in the home’s garden Sept. 4, 1864. Daily tours are given of the mansion. DEATH OF GEN. JOHN HUNT MORGAN During an exploration near Greeneville on September 3-4 in 1864, General Morgan (nicknamed the Thunderbolt of the Confederacy) was staying overnight at the Dickson-Williams Mansion and was surprised by the Federal Cavalry. Morgan and his staff officers ran to a nearby church. He was later shot and killed by Union Pvt. Andrew J. Campbell. Morgan’s death was a definite blow to the morale of Confederates throughout the South. One class at a time • Morethan45majorsand minors • CivicArtsapproach • Degree-completion programsforworking adults • Affordabletuition • Financialaid • Military-friendly GREENEVILLE • KINGSPORT • KNOXVILLE • MORRISTOWN 800-729-0256•tusculum.edu www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 17 GREENEVILLE CAMPUS BUILDING COMMUNITIES. BUILDING LIVES. Hampton’s free hot breakfast • Clean and fresh Hampton bed® Free WiFi access in every room • Fitness room use 3130 E. Andrew Johnson Highway Greeneville, TN 37745 Tel: 423-638-3735 Fax: 423-638-4413 www.greenevilletn.hamptoninn.com • • • • • • Full Breakfast Swimming Pool (Seasonal) Fitness Center In-Room Microwaves Fridges Coffee Makers 53. (1 or 2 People) 99 $ Plus Tax 423-639-4185 1790 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy Greeneville TN, 37743 With coupon at Check-In. Based on availability. Not vaild with other discounts, Holidays or Special Events. 129A N Main St Greeneville, Tennessee (423) 470-2106 Find treasures for yourself, family or friends. 18 www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com SHOPPING SPECIALTY GIFTS and CRAFT ITEMS Brolin & Bailey Co. 129 S. Main Street (423) 278-8924 Broyles General Store Antiques & Treasures Brochure Featuring more than 20 shops, available at the Chamber. ARTS & CULTURE Art Space 107 N. Main St (423) 638-0496 Dollar Tree 3805 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-5003 Factory Connection 1511 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 525-4816 Hibbett Sports DEPARTMENT STORES Belk 1367 Tusculum Blvd (423) 639-4165 Big Lots 1475 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-1336 Bob’s Factory Outlet 3225 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 798-8970 Burke’s Outlet 1317 Tusculum Blvd (423) 639-0149 Cato 3789 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 638-8090 1369 Tusculum Blvd (423) 636-3020 J.C. Penny Co. 1383 Tusculum Blvd (423) 638-8161 Kmart Stores 1355 Tusculum Blvd (423) 636-1118 1305 Tusculum Blvd (423) 609-9914 Glory Days Greeneville 120 W. Depot Street, Ste 1 (423) 426-6576 ANTIQUES Esther & Ella Boutique Inn-Style Boutique 730 W. Main St (423) 638-8197 105 N. Main St (423) 787-0010 The Burlap Bunny Mr. Golf 808 Tusculum Blvd (423) 620-8375 1103 Tusculum Blvd (423) 639-3673 Carolyn’s Hallmark Three Blind Mice 1365 Tusculum Blvd (423) 638-6111 907 Erwin Hwy (423) 639-0180 Christian Bookstore Richland Creek Gifts 105 Village Dr (423) 639-3721 129 N. Main Street (423) 470-2106 Dixie Christian Bookstore 2244 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-7540 W & J Scents 104 Village Dr (423) 787-0645 Maurice’s 1359 Tusculum Blvd (423) 638-6600 Rue 21 1327 Tusculum Blvd (423) 636-8720 Walmart Supercenter 3755 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy (423) 639-8181 Family business since 1951 Bird Feeders & Baths E Candy E Farm Feed Garden Seed & Vegetable Plants E Garden Supplies Garden Flags & Decor E Greenhouse Plants Housewares E Wind Chimes E Toys 120 W.Depot Street Suite 1 Greeneville, TN 37743 423-426-6576 w w w. b r o l i n b a i l e y. c o m 730 W. Main Street C Greeneville, TN 37743 D 423-638-8197 BroylesGeneralStore.com www.VisitGreenevilleTN.com 19