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White County Heritage & Lester Flatt Museum

Name: White County Heritage & Lester Flatt Museum
Address: 144 S. Main St., Sparta, TN, 38583, US
Telephone: 931-837-3900

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Located just one block south of courthouse, this artifact-filled museum features permanent and temporary exhibits that celebrate the rich history of White County Tennessee, from pottery and music to military and railroads. The museum features an elaborate scale - railroad display. There is a special section dedicated to bluegrass music legend Lester Flatt.There is a replica of a one-room school. Open Thurs. 9-4, Fri. 9-4, Sat.9-2. free admission. Call for availability of group tours at other times.

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