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
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
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
Bessie Smith Cultural Center
The Chattanooga African American Museum was founded in 1983 to provide sources of curricula, historical references, creative works, and the media about the identity of Africans and African Americans, particularly those of Chattanooga. Civil War era exhibits include discussion of the Underground Railroad, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 423-266-8658
Booker T. Washington State Park
Officially established as one of two recreational parks for African Americans (the other was T. O. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 423-894-4955
Chattanooga History Center
Chattanooga's story is amazing. Learn and experience it here. ...more
Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 423-265-3247
Chattanooga National Cemetery
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Region: Chattanooga & Southeast
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 423-855-6590
Fisk University & Fisk Jubilee Singers (TM)
Formed in 1871, the Fisk University(R) Jubilee Singers perform throughout the year in the USA and internationally. Call for performance dates. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: (615) 329-8744
Fisk University Galleries
Features exhibits from an outstanding collection of art by renowned artists, such as Aaron Douglas, Georgia O'Keeffe and Pablo Picasso. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-329-8720
Fort Negley
Fort Negley was built in 1862 to defend Nashville against Confederate Army attacks. Black laborers assisted the Union Army in building Fort Negley. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-862-8470
Greater Gallatin
Downtown Main Street community owners of the historic Palace Theater - the oldest silent movie theater in the state of Tennessee. Opened 1913. ...more
Region: Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City: Gallatin, TN
Phone: 615-452-5692
Hard Rock Cafe Memphis
Located on historic Beale Street in the heart of the downtown entertainment district in Memphis, home of the blues and the birthplace of rock 'n roll.
Sunday-Thursday 11 am-10 pm; Friday-Saturday 11 am-1 am. ...more
Region: Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-529-0007
Harriman Heritage Museum
They have many artifacts and pictures of the founding and history of Harriman. They also have a book for sale covering Harriman from 1890 - 1978. ...more
Region: Knoxville & Middle East
City: Harriman, TN
Phone: 865-882-9230
Hawkins County Courthouse
Oldest original courthouse in TN, built in 1836, and the second oldest in continued use. One of the most photographed buildings in the South, it was occupied by both Confederate and Union forces during the Civil War. ...more
Region: Northeast
City: Rogersville, TN
Phone: 423-272-2186
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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