Clinton, County seat in Anderson County, Tennessee.
Clinton is a county seat in Anderson County, Tennessee, situated along the Clinch River. The city has an active downtown district with antique shops, gift stores, restaurants, and government offices.
The city was renamed from Burrville to Clinton in 1809, honoring George Clinton, a U.S. politician. This change followed the political decline of Aaron Burr in America.
The Green McAdoo Cultural Center displays the history of school integration through exhibits about the Clinton 12, students who attended the local high school in 1956. This place reminds visitors how these students helped pave the way for change in education.
The downtown area is easy to explore and offers a good mix of local shops and facilities in one place. Visitors can easily find places to eat and shop without long trips.
A large area surrounding the city was developed during World War II for nuclear weapons research. The infrastructure and history from this period have left a lasting mark on the region.
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