Henderson, city in Chester County, Tennessee, United States
Henderson is a small city in Chester County, Tennessee, located near the South Fork Forked Deer River. It covers just over 7 square miles and consists mainly of homes, shops, and parks, with Gene Record Park at its center featuring a playground, walking trails, and green spaces.
Henderson began in 1857 as a stop on the Mobile Railroad and was originally known as Dayton. During the Civil War, it served as a major recruitment center for the Confederate States before eventually becoming known by its current name.
Henderson was named after Chester County, where it is located. The town hosts an annual barbecue festival that has brought people together since 1978, featuring regional cooking traditions and local food culture.
Visitors can explore Gene Record Park, which has a playground, walking trails, picnic areas, and a dog park. The town is easy to walk around, as most places are within a short distance.
Henderson is the birthplace of Eddy Arnold, the legendary country singer who as a young man sat on a bridge in town dreaming of stardom. His story of determination later led him to the Country Music Hall of Fame.
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