Historic Roads & Trails
The path paved by African Americans in Tennessee was one long and arduous, etched with trials and triumphs, tragedy and victory.
Today, the challenges faced by African Americans throughout the generations, and the accomplishments that followed, are commemorated in the dedicated museums, monuments, landmarks and preserved sites throughout the state.
A. Schwab Dry Goods Store
Far more than just a place to shop, A. Schwab Dry Goods Store is a true Memphis landmark. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-523-9782
Aaron Douglas Gallery
Housed in one of America's oldest universities founded for African Americans, the Aaron Douglas Gallery is a splendid collection of paintings, watercolors, sculptures and prints by such artists as Henry Ossawa Tanner, Malvin Gray Johnson, Aaron Douglas and James Lesesne Wells.
Located on the third floor of the library at Fisk University in Nashville, the Aaron Douglas Gallery is one attraction not to be missed for any art enthusiast. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: (615) 329-8720
African American Appalachian Arts, Inc.
African American Appalachian Arts, Inc. is a non profit arts organization that focuses on positive social and community development by utilizing creative methods of education through cultural artistic programming and development. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: (865) 546-9705
Alex Haley Museum and Interpretive Center
Originally known as the Palmer House, this ten-room, bungalow style home was constructed in 1918 and 1919 by Will E. Palmer, the maternal grandfather of Alex Haley (1921-1992). ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Henning, TN
Phone: 731-738-2240
Alex Haley Statue at Haley Heritage Square
Magnificent statue honoring Alex Haley, author of <I>Roots. </I> Designed for interaction, the statue is surrounded by a playground and city park. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 800-727-8045
Art Museum of the University of Memphis
Changing exhibits of contemporary art throughout the year. Permanent collections: Egyptian Antiquities and Neil Nokes West African Art Collection. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-678-2224
Ashwood Rural Historic District
The district includes intact plantation complexes and Canaan, a small black community formed after the Civil War. The area provides significant illustrations of life for African Americans in antebellum rural Middle Tennessee. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Columbia, TN
Phone:
Authentic Tours Historic Black Nashville and Middle Tennessee
A three hour experience in the remarkable Black Heritage in Nashville, from the early free settlers through the growth and development of the city. Black educators, historic institutions, military leaders, publishing houses, premier political leaders; personalities including Oprah, W. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615.299.5626
B.B. King's Blues Club - Nashville
Located in the heart of Downtown Nashville on Historic 2nd Avenue just blocks from Broadway, LP Field & The Sommet Center you will find one of Nashville's largest live music venues specializing in speakeasy blues, Motown & classic rock. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: (615) 256-2727
Backbeat Tours
The Home of the Blues comes alive aboard Memphis' only music bus! See Beale Street, Sun Studio, Stax Records, the Lorraine Motel, movie locations, and more, but the music is the difference on this tour. All of Backbeat’s guides are Memphis musicians, who play and sing selections from the city’s rich musical heritage along with generous amounts of comedy and audience interaction. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-527-9415
Baskets, Bouquets & Gifts
Gift baskets for all occasions, African-American art, reading materials for children and adults and a selection of collectibles including authentic African carvings, masks, and wall hangings. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-584-1320
Beale Street Historic District
The music and entertainment pulse of downtown Memphis, Beale Street at the turn of the 20th century served as a haven for African Americans migrating from small towns. Legendary greats such as W. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-526-0115
Beck Cultural Exchange Center
Learning museum of African-American history and culture that researches, collects, conserves and exhibits achievements of African-Americans. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-524-8461
Bethlehem Cemetery
Bethlehem Cemetery is the Haley family burial plot where Chicken George is buried. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Henning, TN
Phone: 901-738-2240
Blount Mansion
By 1925, the area around the Blount Mansion had been allowed to seriously deteriorate. Slums existed in the waterfront area. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-525-2375
Take a journey into Tennessee's rich history and heritage on the Old Tennessee Trail. Over eighty points of interest take you from...
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