Knoxville is full of interesting sights surrounded by amazing landscapes. If you like learning all about history (and seeing it in-person), check out these five amazing historical sites in Knoxville.
- Blount Mansion
- James White Fort
- Mabry Hazen House
- Historic Ramsey House
- Knox County Old Gray Cemetery
Here’s a closer look at each.
Blount Mansion
The Blount Mansion is also known as the birthplace of Tennessee; it dates back to 1792, when President George Washington appointed William Blount to govern the beautiful southwest territory. Blount Mansion is also Knoxville, Tennessee’s oldest operating museum and is a national historic landmark. It opened in 1926 and has been delighting guests ever since.
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James White Fort
The James White Fort is widely considered the birthplace of Knoxville. American pioneer James White, who was born North Carolina in 1747, founded the city during an expedition into the Upper Tennessee Valley. The fort became the capital of the Southwest Territory in 1790, just a year before White sold the land and donated lots for the permanent city.
Mabry-Hazen House
The Mabry-Hazen House, built in 1858, has stories to tell as it overlooks the Tennessee River, the city of Knoxville and the Great Smoky Mountains. Known as the largest original family collection in the country, you’ll find more than 2,000 original artifacts in the house, which now serves as a glimpse into centuries past. You’ll also learn about local history, including Knoxville’s place in the Civil War and the Gunfight on Gay Street, which took place in 1882.
Historic Ramsey House
The Historic Ramsey House, built in 1797 for Francis Alexander Ramsey, is constructed primarily of Tennessee pink marble and blue limestone – an architectural wonder that came to be known as the finest home in the state during its heyday. The family who lived in the home was one of the first among Knoxville settlers, and now you can get a peek inside their lives when you visit for a day.
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Old Gray Cemetery
The Old Gray Cemetery, located in downtown Knoxville, has been a community cornerstone since 1850. Many of the cemetery’s towering oaks and hackberry trees have been there since the Civil War, holding fast to the hallowed grounds dedicated to the memories of many of the city’s founders.
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