Museum of Appalachia
Museum of Appalachia, Living history museum in Clinton, Tennessee
Located on 65 acres, the museum features 35 log cabins, barns, churches, schools, and gardens depicting traditional Appalachian mountain life.
Founded in 1969 by John Rice Irwin, the Museum of Appalachia received its Smithsonian Affiliate status and contains more than 250,000 pioneer artifacts in three buildings.
The museum displays extensive collections of folk art, musical instruments, baskets, quilts, and Native American objects representing Southern Appalachian heritage.
The museum opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, extending to 6:00 PM between March and October, with a restaurant serving local food and a gift shop.
Visitors can observe farm animals, including peacocks, and explore historical structures such as the preserved family cabin of Mark Twain.
Location: Tennessee
Architectural style: rustic architecture
Website: https://museumofappalachia.org
GPS coordinates: 36.18175,-84.06853
Latest update: May 11, 2025 17:56
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