Andrew Johnson National Historic Site, Bible Covered Bridge, Cherokee National Forest, David Crockett Birthplace State Park*, Doak House Museum, Veteran’s Park, Lost State of Franklin, Old Greene County Gaol (Jail), President Andrew Johnson Museum & Library, Old Harmony Graveyard, Greeneville/Greene County History Museum, City Garage Car Museum
GENERAL INFORMATION
> Every U.S. Penny & foreign coin start in Greeneville.
> Home to the only 2 silica plants in the United States.
> U.S.S. Greeneville is the only L.A. Class Submarine named for a small town.
> Andrew Johnson National Cemetery in Greeneville and Arlington National Cemetery are the only 2 active national cemeteries in the continental United States.
> Greene County is home to the 1st WWII Memorial in the United States.
> Greene County Courthouse/Square is the only one to have both a Union and Confederate monument.
DESIGNATIONS
> #1 Small Town in Tennessee - 100 Best Small Towns in America
> The 50 Best Small Southern Towns America’s Most Charming Towns & Villages
> 12th Best Small Town for Corporate Facilities in the Nation
> Top 25 Mountain Towns by Pinnacle Living
> Tennessee Boomtowns by Jack Shultz
> Among the 213 “Playful City USA” Communities
> Cool Spot for Summer Meetings by the Convention South
> Top 40 Micropolitan in the United States
> Top 3 Micropolitan Cities in Tennessee by Site Selection Magazine
> Top 9 Prettiest Towns in Tennessee by World Atlas
> #6 Best Place to Start a Business in Tennessee by Google Nerd Wallet
The Library is a source for family history, providing public access to over 10,000 on-site materials. The Cox Library features approximately 5,000 square feet of space to house the array of free resources and technology needed to research your family history. For more information, please visit www.telmercoxlibrary.org or email telmercoxlibrary@gmail.com.
CLIMATE
The average amount temperature is 56 degrees with 9 inches of snowfall annually, and an average of 42 inches of rainfall.
> July temperature: High 88 Low 64
> October temperature: High 72—Low 43
> January temperature: High 47—Low 24
> April temperature: High 69—Low 41
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MARCH
> Battle of the Bands
> Antique Appraisal Fair & Show
APRIL
> Greene Fling
> Old Oak Festival
> Porsche Club
MAY
> Opening of Local Farmers Markets
> Annual Iris Festival
> Kid’s Fishing Day
> Kentucky Derby Party
JUNE
> Firefly Festival
> Mosheim Fun Days
> Greeneville Flyboys (June-August)
> June Dairy Days Celebration
> Juneteenth Fest
JULY
> American Downtown Celebration
> Lyrics on the Lawn
> Greene County Fair
AUGUST
> Crockett Days Celebration
> 8th of August Freedom Day
> GM Truck Fair & Depot Street Party
SEPTEMBER
> Baileyton Days Celebration
> BRAGco Cycling
OCTOBER
> Scarecrows on Main, Maze & Pumpkin Patches (@ various farms)
> Halloween Happenings
NOVEMBER
> Greeneville Woman’s Club Holiday Bazaar
> Farm-City Banquet
> Shop Small Greene
> Turkey Trot
DECEMBER
> Annual Christmas Parade
> AJB Ladies Classic Basketball Tournament
> Christmas in Downtown
> Christmas in the Park
> New Years Eve at the General Morgan Inn
> Midnight on Main
*Other events with date subject to change: Wings & Wheels, Barrel & Leaf, Beef Days
**Sunsets on the Terrace at the General Morgan Inn May-Oct.
HEALTHCARE
Healthcare needs for the community are met by medical facilities staffed by more than 100 physicians in a variety of specialties, several nursing homes, assisted living facilities and numerous other health-related businesses. Ballad Health, a family of 21 hospitals regionally, operates Greeneville Community Hospital.
Greeneville Municipal Airport is a home base for a medical-evacuation helicopter, enabling the hospital and Wings Air Rescue work to cover points within 125 miles of Greeneville. Health services are enhanced by Greene County’s close proximity to major medical centers in Knoxville and the Tri-Cities area. Veterans in the area have close access to the James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Johnson City, which provides tertiary medical care, surgery and psychiatric services for veterans in surrounding states.
SPORTING VENUES
> Tusculum University Sports Complex
> Galaxy Soccer Park
> Terry Bellamy Soccer Complex
> Greeneville Skate Park
> The Alley Bowling Center
> Greene County Tennis Complex
> Volunteer Speedway
> Greene County YMCA
> 1-81 Motorsports
> Greeneville Parks & Recreation
> Hal Henard Baseball/Softball Complex
> Greene County Range & Firearms Sports Complex
> Greeneville Beach Volleyball Complex
> W.T. Daniels Disc Golf Course & Park
> Factory Adventure
> Pioneer Mini Golf
In September 2024, Hurricane Helene devastated David Crockett Birthplace State Park. We are in the process of rebuilding thoughtfully, using the words of our park’s namesake as a guide: Be always sure you’re right, then go ahead... The rebuilding process will take time, and we are committed to doing it right.
To learn more, or to assist in the rebuilding effort, scan the QR code below or visit tnstateparks.com/parks/ david-crockett-birthplace
OUT & ABOUT
Greene County’s lifestyle is unparalleled. It provides a uniquely appealing place in which to live, work and raise a family. The climate consists of four very distinct, very mild seasons, which allow residents and visitors to take advantage of the limitless outdoor recreational opportunities available. Nestled in the mountains, virtually all golf courses boast spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Other recreational opportunities include YMCA, health clubs, tennis courts, bicycle paths, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cherokee National Forest, Appalachian Trail, hiking, boating, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, camping and swimming.
BASEBALL
GREENEVILLE FLYBOYS
The Greeneville Flyboys, a baseball team in the Appalachian League, call Greeneville, Tennessee home and compete at Pioneer Park during the summer collegiate season.Formoreinformation,Call(423)609-7400 or visit www.appyleague.com/greeneville
BICYCLE ROUTES
DAVY CROCKETT LOOP
Miles: 32
Elevation Change: 2,000 www.biketn.com
This rollercoaster of a ride takes you through an incredibly historic rural landscape, with a stunning backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains. The route begins at David Crockett Birthplace State Park, known as the birthplace of legendary Tennessee frontiersman Davy Crockett, and features East Tennessee’s typical rolling terrain.
CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST
Unaka Ranger District
4900 Asheville Hwy
Greeneville, TN 37743 (423) 638-4109
CIVIL WAR BIKE TRAIL
BIKE TENNESSEE GREENE COUNTY RIDE
PAINT CREEK TO HOT SPRINGS RIDE
TUSCULUM LINEAR TRAIL
BOATING & FLY FISHING
NOLICHUCKY RIVER
The Nolichucky River in Greene County, TN meanders through picturesque landscapes, offering kayaking and boating adventures and serene fishing spots, encapsulating the essence of Appalachian beauty.
HIKING TRAILS
APPALACHIAN TRAIL
Twenty-five mile trail begins at the Waterville exit off I-40 in Cocke County and follows the TN/NC state line.
Embark on a popular 3-mile roundtrip hike in the Cherokee National Forest to witness the stunning fan-shaped 60-foot drop of Margarette Falls.
HORSE CREEK RECREATION AREA
2415 Horse Creek Park Rd. Chuckey, TN 337641 (423) 638-4109
Escape to the tranquil beauty of Horse Creek, enjoy camping and day-use activities like hiking, fishing, picnicking, and swimming.
PAINT CREEK RECREATION AREA
1935 Lower Paint Creek Rd. Greeneville, TN 37743
Discover a picturesque playground for outdoor enthusiasts, to picnic, drive for pleasure, bicycle, fish, hike, and camp. Be sure to check out Kelly and Dudley Falls along the corridor.
VIKING MOUNTAIN
Viking Mountain Rd. Greeneville, TN 37743
Explore the natural beauty of this serene hiking and scenic spot, offering multiple breathtaking overlooks that are 4,500 feet above sea level, providing stunning views of Greene County. The Appalachian Trail runs right through this mountain!
WALKING TRAILS
CREATION HEALTH TRAIL
805 Forest St.
A 4.3 mile trail located just blocks from historic downtown Greeneville.
CHUCK WHITFIELD WALKING TRAIL
1420 Tusculum Blvd.
A 0.9 mile trail that winds around the hospital campus of Greeneville Community Hospital.
TUSCULUM LINEAR TRAIL
A 4 mile trail that winds through the Tusculum University campus.
CAMPGROUNDS
LAZY LLAMA CAMPGROUND (423) 330-5665
MAMMOTH RIDGE RV PARK & CAMPGROUND (423) 500-8788
OLD MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND (423) 638-3236
PEBBLE MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND (423) 257-2120
CIVIL WAR TRAILS
Greeneville and Greene County is home to eight Civil War Trail sites and is participating in the state of Tennessee’s program with the TN Department of Tourist Development and the national Civil War Trails program. The eight sites include:
> Battle of Blue Springs
> Death of General John Hunt Morgan
> Dickson-Williams Mansion
> Hangings at the Depot
> Pottertown Bridge Burners
> Tusculum University-President Andrew Johnson Museum & Library
> Unionist Stronghold
> Winter Headquarters Longstreet in Greeneville
LOCAL PLACES OF
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Welcome to Greene County
For The History Buffs
STONE’S THROW
ANDREW JOHNSON NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
121 Monument Avenue • (423) 638-3551
Home of the 17th President of the United States. Includes the Visitor Center, Museum, Tailor Shop, two Greeneville residences and National Cemetery, the burial site of President Johnson. Open 9am to 4pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Admission: free; located in downtown Greeneville.
DAVID CROCKETT BIRTHPLACE STATE PARK
1245 Davy Crockett Park Rd.
The birthplace of Tennessee’s favorite son, nestled on the banks of the Nolichucky River. The park is currently closed and under repair from flood damage from Hurricane Helene.
BIBLE COVERED BRIDGE
Warrensburg and Bible Branch Rd.
Built in 1923, the bridge stretches across Little Chuckey Creek at a ford that connects the Bible farm with the Warrensburg Road. In 1948, the bridge was deeded to Greene County and in 1975 became a historical structure. Restoration of the bridge was completed in the fall of 2004.
CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST
4900 Asheville Highway • (423) 638-4109
If you enjoy the outdoors, the Cherokee National Forest has a lot to offer, including picnicking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, and wildlife viewing.
DOAK HOUSE MUSEUM
Tusculum University Campus
60 Shiloh Rd.
Home of Samuel Witherspoon Doak, frontier Presbyterian minister and educator who co-founded Tusculum College. Built circa 1830 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Doak House Museum is home to period furnishings, exhibits, a museum shop, and offers educational programs for adults and children, as well as special events throughout the year.
VETERAN’S PARK & CREATION
HEALTH NATURE TRAIL
805 Forest Street
A beautifully landscaped four acre park honoring and expressing gratitude to all Greene County deceased, retired and active members of the United States military.
LOST STATE OF FRANKLIN
208 N. College St. • (423) 639-7102
This building was used from 1785 to 1787 as the Capitol of Franklin. This original log cabin was dismantled and sent to Nashville for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition in 1897. When the logs were not returned to the city, a replica was constructed at the same site. It is an authentic reproduction of the original.
OLD GREENE COUNTY GAOL (JAIL)
116 E. Depot St.
Originally built in 1804-05, the stone jail was in the middle of Depot Street near the Andrew Johnson Tailor Shop. The rear of the jail was nearly touching Richland Creek so the creek water could be channeled to enter and flow through a trough in the stone floor to carry away human waste. In 1838, the jail was moved stone by stone to present site.
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TOP 10
PLACES TO VISIT:
ANDREW JOHNSON
NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
DAVID CROCKETT
BIRTHPLACE STATE PARK
NISWONGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (NPAC)
CITY GARAGE CAR MUSEUM
RHEATOWN COUNTRY STORE & DELI
THE FUNNY FARM
BROYLES GENERAL STORE AND GARDEN EMPORIUM
SCOOP DOG’S CREAMERY
BRUMLEY’S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
BROLIN & BAILEY CO.
PRESIDENT ANDREW JOHNSON MUSEUM & LIBRARY AT TUSCULUM UNIVERSITY
60 Shiloh Rd. • (423) 636-7348
The museum is located in Old College built in 1841. It houses the personal library of President Andrew Johnson, along with personal papers and memorabilia of the president and his family. Also include exhibits on and archives of Tusculum College “oldest college in Tennessee,” and museum studies program. Open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Closed national and college holidays.
OLD HARMONY GRAVEYARD
300 E. Church Street
The oldest graveyard in present-day Greeneville, the tombstones date back to the 1790s. Valentine Sevier, who served as Circuit Court Clerk from 1810 until 1854, is buried here, as well as Robert Kerr, first settler of Greeneville, and Mordecai Lincoln, a cousin of Abraham Lincoln. The upper corner is called the “cholera section” because, in 1873, during an epidemic trenches were dug and people were buried there when they were dying faster than graves could be dug.
GREENEVILLE/GREENE COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUM
101 W. McKee St. • (423) 636-1558
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are gladly accepted. Take a walk through Greene County’s rich history. 12 galleries and 12 walk-through exhibits galleries house artifacts depicting the lives of pioneers, a recreation of Greeneville’s Main Street circa 1905, soldiers, President Andrew Johnson, the African American experience, Victorian era families and much more. Located in the Downtown Historic District.
CITY GARAGE CAR MUSEUM
210 South Main St. • (423) 638-6971
Hours: Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. or by appointment for groups of 10 or more and special events.
The City Garage Car Museum was founded in 2008 by Kent Bewley, a Greeneville native whose family has been in the automobile business since 1937. The museum has a diverse collection of cars.
GUIDED TOURS
“A WALK WITH THE PRESIDENT” www.mainstreetgreeneville.org (423) 639-7102
Downtown walking tour – takes place Mon. thru Sat. at 9:30 a.m., April thru Oct.
“DICKSON-WILLIAMS MANSION TOUR”
Takes place daily at 1 p.m. Please check availability Jan. & Feb.
All tours leave from the lobby of the General Morgan Inn at 111 North Main Street.
SELF-GUIDED TOUR
“MAIN STREET TO THE MOUNTAINS AUTO TOURS” Greeneville and Greene County. (423) 638-4111
The Greene County Auto Tours, is a 40-page, spiralbound, four-color brochure describing area historical sites and attractions, and includes four foldout maps. Available for purchase for $7 at the Greene County Partnership.
MURAL TRAIL
Featuring several captivating murals, local artists have skillfully illustrated the community’s history and vibrant culture, including figures like Andrew Johnson creating an artistic journey that enriches the city’s natural beauty. Visit the Greene County Partnership for a free guide.
QUILT TRAIL
A culmination of 20 beautifully designed quilts that represent actual heirloom quilts from local families. Each block’s story is on a plaque and online at www.QuiltTrail.org. Walk the brick-lined sidewalks, read the history and explore Greeneville!
USS GREENEVILLE (SSN 772)
USS GREENEVILLE is the 61st Los Angeles Class submarine and the 22nd Improved Los Angeles Class Attack submarine. Construction began on March 1, 1990, and her keel was laid on April 16, 1992, at Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company. The Pre-Commissioning Unit GREENEVILLE (SSN-772) was officially manned on January 19, 1994, and christened on September 17, 1994, by Mrs. Tipper Gore, wife of former Vice President Al Gore. USS GREENEVILLE was commissioned a US Naval warship at Norfolk Naval Base on February 16, 1996. GREENEVILLE changed homeport to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in March 1997.
THREAD COUNT
ANDREW JOHNSON INN
2145 Andrew Johnson Hwy • (423) 638-8124
www.andrewjohnsoninn.com
Amenities: pool
CLYDE AUSTIN 4-H CENTER
214 4-H Lane • (423) 639-3811
www.clydeaustin4hcenter.tennessee.edu
DAYS INN
935 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy • (423) 639-2156 www.daysinn.com
Amenities: continental breakfast, meeting space for 25
GENERAL MORGAN INN
111 N. Main Street • (423) 787-1000 www.generalmorganinn.com
Amenities: continental breakfast, over-sized rooms, fitness center, conference rooms, meeting space for 400, walking distance to all downtown attractions
GREENE VILLA MOTEL
2370 Andrew Johnson Hwy • (423) 639-1112
HAMPTON INN
3130 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy • (423) 638-3735 www.greenevilletn.hamptoninn.com
Amenities: pool, fitness center, deluxe breakfast, jacuzzi rooms, meeting space
NOLICHUCKEY BLUFFS
295 Kinser Park Lane • 1(800) 842-4690 www.tennessee-cabins.com
I-81 • 50 Speedway Lane, Bulls Gap, TN (423) 235-9111 • Amenities: fitness center, pool, continental breakfast, meeting space for thirty. 3160 E Andrew Johnson Hwy, Greeneville, TN 37745 (423) 638-7511 • Amenities: pool, continental breakfast
RELAX INN
121 Serral Drive • (423) 638-1331
Amenities: private outdoor setting with modern facilities
SERENITY COVE
9125 Asheville Hwy • (423) 798-0537
www.serenitycove.com
SUPER 8
90 Speedway Lane, Bulls Gap, TN • (423) 373-2066
Amenities: pool, Jacuzzi suites, continental breakfast
CULTURAL ARTS & THEATRES
TUSCULUM UNIVERSITY ARTS OUTREACH
60 Shiloh Rd. • (423) 787-8326
www.arts.tusculum.edu
Offering a number of performances, lectures and presentations throughout the year, including our Theatre-at-Tusculum performances, the Arts, Acts Academia lecture series and popular Community Chorus Concerts.
APPALACHIAN AUDITORIUM AT ST. JAMES
3220 St. James Road • (423) 312-4392
www.appalachian-auditorium.org
Hours: Saturday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Nestled in the St. James Community, Appalachian Auditorium is a throwback Americana venue from the last century and hosts various events and artists from September through May.
CAPITOL THEATRE OF GREENEVILLE
104 South Main Street • (423) 638-1300
www.capitolgreeneville.org
The Capitol of Greeneville is an art deco style theatre that opened originally in 1934, and which features community theater, movies and concerts.
DOGWOOD PARK/GINNY KIDWELL AMPHITHEATER
1725 Lafayette Street • (423) 638-3143
The Ginny Kidwell Amphitheater at Dogwood Park seats 400 with room for lawn chairs and blankets. The Park hosts the Summer Concert Series and features a walking bridge around a cattail pond.
Greene County Makers exists to facilitate and cultivate an environment for community building and strengthening through providing space in which individuals make, create, and collaborate.
HACKLER HALL EVENTS CENTER
Downtown Greeneville, TN
With 7,500 square feet of versatile space, we provide the perfect setting for a wide range of private and corporate events. Whether you’re hosting a reception, conference, seminar, or social gathering, our venue offers the flexibility and amenities to suit your needs.
Bringing cultural enrichment to the community, the 39,000 square-foot Niswonger Performing Arts Center (NPAC) presents premier entertainment in the state-of-the-art 1,150-seat venue where the guest experience reigns supreme. Featuring a diverse array of performing artists, from acclaimed musicians and theatrical productions to captivating family entertainment and community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
DINING
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