Historic Sites in Sevierville

"James White was the founder of Knoxville, and now you can see how he would have lived by visiting his former house, known as the James White Fort. The home is the perfect place to learn all about frontier life, and you can enjoy hands on displays here like cooking, spinning, and even blacksmith workshops. There are also special holiday events here at this working life museum such as ghost tours around Halloween, so make sure to check out what is on when you are in town."

"As the founder of Knoxville, James White’s name is all around the city: the James White Parkway, the James White Greenway, and the James White Memorial Civic Coliseum. His house is a simple log structure surrounded by a stockade fence, which he built in the 1780s. He then donated the land around his home to create the city Knoxville, which then became the capital of the Southwest Territory and later briefly the capital of the state of Tennessee."

"The Ramseys were one of the first families to settle in Knoxville and were very involved in the local community. In 1797, the city’s first builder, Thomas Hope, constructed the Historic Ramsey House using Tennessee pink marble and blue limestone. Today, it sits on more than 101 acres (41ha) and has been restored and furnished to reflect the period of the Ramsey family’s occupancy."

"The Historic Ramsey House was built for one of the very first families to come to the city and settle. Colonel Francis Alexander Ramsey arrived as the house was finished in 1797 and his family was very much involved in the local community. Few other homes dating back to the 18th century are among the open tourist attractions in the region, so this is a real find."

"Along with James White’s Fort, the Ramsey House is one of the oldest buildings in Knoxville, dating back to the 1790s. The house is an excellent example of Late Georgian architecture, featuring significant ornamentation for the time period. Its owner, Francis Ramsey, was a surveyor and government official, and his son was one of the first mayors of Knoxville."

"This extravagant house is sometimes called the Confederate Memorial Hall, and it’s one of the most visited historic sites in Knoxville. It was originally gifted as a wedding present to Congressman Robert Houston Armstrong and Louise Franklin. It also served as the Confederate army headquarters during the Siege of Knoxville; bullet holes in some of the walls are a vivid reminder of its wartime past."

"Muse Knoxville has got to be one of the best children’s museums in the country and focuses on inspiring kids to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) fields. The museum features a full planetarium, an augmented reality sandbox where kids can create mountains and oceans with a hand movement, and a maker’s space with real tools that they can use to create whatever their imagination dreams up. To save some money, visit on the fourth Friday of the month when Muse waives its admission fee from 6-8pm."

"The Muse Knoxville is a favorite of children in Knoxville, making it a great place to visit if you are traveling with younger visitors. The facility is a mix of art and science galleries and spans 4,000 square feet. The facility is split up into themed educational sections like construction, nutrition, and science and most of the exhibits are interactive so that children can learn by doing."

"Created to provide educational opportunities for children and adults, the Muse Knoxville seeks to inspire and empower through science and art. The museum spaces and outdoor play areas include Live Smart: Stay Well!. and Stem Station, as well as an outdoor playground within Chilhowee Park."

"This unique store in Pigeon Forge sells gourmet specialty foods and offers over 150 products for sampling each day. Guests will have the chance to try free samples of jams, jellies, salsas, peanut butter, BBQ sauces, salad dressings, and many other dips and sauces. You’ll never be far from All Sauced Up, as the company boasts locations in both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge."

"Are you preparing for holiday meals with the family or a backyard bbq with friends?. If you so, All Sauced Up has everything you need to add a dash of flavor and deliciousness to your culinary creations!. You’ll find them on both the main strip of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg."

"Reduce your stress and help your health along the 10 miles of greenways, trails, and pathways around Sevierville. As part of an initiative to improve communities and improve open spaces, the Sevierville Greenways project continues to expand and develop more paths."

"Honeysuckle Meadows is in the middle of all the adventure that Tennessee has to offer. Located in Wears Valley in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, it’s a short drive from both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, as well as all their attractions. While the campground may be in the middle of all the fun, it’s also a relaxing place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life!"

"Part of the excitement of going on vacation is the chance to experience new things and try new foods. The problems a lot of parents face is that most kids tend to be rather picky eaters. Luckily, there are a lot of Pigeon Forge buffet and all-you-can-eat style restaurants that rise to the challenge of allowing parents to be adventurous while keeping kids happy."

"Visiting a buffet can feel like a chore when you’re relegated to the salad bar, but the selection at Aunt Granny’s is sufficient to keep many vegetarians happy. The entire salad area is worth hitting up, of course, but a few of the buffet’s entree items are also meat-free. Don’t forget to load up on cooked cabbage and turnip greens."

"If you are in Dollywood and you aren’t eating at Aunt Granny’s, you are doing it wrong. Excellent homestyle s..."