Rocky Mount, Tennessee

Rocky Mount is a residential dwelling in Piney Flats that preserves rooms with furniture and architectural features from the late 1700s. The building demonstrates how early Tennessee residents built and furnished their homes.

The house served as the capital of the Southwest Territory from 1790 to 1792 and hosted Governor William Blount during his administration. This brief period made it a major political center for the young region.

Staff members dress in period clothing and demonstrate traditional crafts, food preparation, and farming methods from the late 1700s. Visitors can observe how people managed daily tasks in that era.

The house is located at 200 Hyder Hill Road and welcomes visitors from Wednesday through Saturday. Check ahead for current opening times before planning your visit.

The property maintains a flock of Cotswold sheep, the same breed that early settlers raised in the region. These animals let visitors see how livestock fit into daily life of that era.

Location: Tennessee

GPS coordinates: 36.40583,-82.33667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:53