Sewanee, Census-designated place in Franklin County, Tennessee.
Sewanee is a small community on the Cumberland Plateau in southeastern Tennessee, situated on high ground in a hilly region. It is home to a university and shaped by academic life, with schools and residential areas completing its character.
The university was established in the 19th century by the Episcopal Church and has shaped the community since its founding. The settlement grew around this institution and has remained centered on its academic mission.
The University of the South shapes the character of this place through its academic life and literary traditions rooted in the Episcopal Church. Scholars and writers gather regularly for workshops and cultural events that draw people from across the region.
U.S. Route 41A and Tennessee State Route 56 are the main roads connecting the community to surrounding areas. Plan visits during academic seasons when festivals and events bring activity to the place.
A literary magazine has been published continuously here for over 130 years, showing a long tradition of writing. Each summer, writers gather for festivals that bring together music and literary arts in the same celebrations.
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