Cultural Arts & Museums

Located 1.5 miles from I-81 in Historic Downtown Bristol. A restored 1931 movie palace now serving the region as a premier performance stage. Varied events include national tours; big band, bluegrass, rock, gospel concerts; children's theatre; ballet performances. Also offering meeting space. Tickets can be charged by phoning the Paramount Box Office at 423-274-8920 or on-line at www.etix.com. F/HA. PC, CC & TC accepted.

Located 7 miles off I-26 in Historic Downtown Jonesborough.

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Located one block from I-26. Hands On! Regional Museum is a unique environment for children of all ages, designed to make learning fun. Programs and activities in the arts, sciences, and humanities are offered daily. Open: Tues.-Fri. 9am-5pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. 1-5pm. Mon. 9am-5pm (Jun.-Aug. only). Closed holidays. AC. PC, TC & CC accepted. L/HA.

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Located 3 miles off I-81. William King Regional Arts Center is the only facility of its kind serving far Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. Featuring three exhibitions showcasing regional and world art, classes for children and adults, outdoor sculpture garden, resident artist studio, historic house museum and museum store. The Arts Center is a Partner of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and a member of the American Association of Museums, the Virginia Association of Museums and the Southeastern Museums Conference. Open Tues. 10am-9pm, Wed.-Sat. 10am -5pm; Sun. 1-5pm. F/HA.

Located 12 miles off I-26 and .5 miles from US 19/23. 1903 restored home on the grounds of the Erwin National Fish Hatchery. The museum contains turn-of-the century items such as Blue Ridge Pottery, a country store, and Clinchfield Railroad memorabilia. Open May-Sept. 1-5pm; Sat. & Sun. in Oct. AC (donation). L/HA.

Located 25 miles from I-26 in a quaint 1890 Southern Railway Depot. Tennessee's only printing museum displays print shop equipment from the early 20th century, historic newspaper collection and memorabilia from Pressmen's Home. Open Wed. and Thurs. 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Fri. 9:30 a.m. - noon and other times by appointment.

Located .2 miles from I-26 on the campus of East Tennessee State University. An art and history museum with exhibits on Appalachian and regional culture, tradition, history, and contemporary art. Changing exhibits feature the best in fine crafts, regional art of varied media and regional history. Associated programs and events. Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri. 9am-4pm; Thurs. 9am-7pm; Closed Mon., Sat. & Sun. L/HA

Located at Tusculum College, the oldest college west of the Allegheny Mountains founded in 1794. The President Andrew Johnson Museum and Library contain the personal library and papers of the President and his family. Artifacts and changing exhibits are available. Open Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm. Closed campus holidays. F/HA.

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Located 14 miles from I-81. The Niswonger Performing Arts Center is a state of the art facility offering a variety of entertainment of all age levels, from traveling troupes to orchestra performances and Broadway plays to major concerts, ballet and much more. The Center is an 1150 seat majestic venue. Box Office hours: Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. PC & CC accepted. F/HA.

Located 12 miles from I-81. Named for the outstanding Revolutionary War general under whom many Greene Countians served, and for whom the town and county are named. Inside you will see the historical and colorful story of men and women who helped shape the history and destiny of Greeneville, Greene County, the State of Tennessee, and even the nation. The museum consists of ten galleries and numerous independent exhibits. Open Tues. - Sat. 10am-4pm. Closed Mon. No admission fee, donations accepted. L/HA.