Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park

Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park is a historic site in Pickett County spanning 58 acres with a reconstructed log cabin and museum. The property features hiking trails through woodland terrain, with Bunkum Cave as a notable natural and cultural feature.

The park marks the birthplace of Cordell Hull, who later served as Secretary of State under Franklin D. Roosevelt. His work shaped the founding of the United Nations during and after World War Two.

The site honors Cordell Hull and his journey from rural Tennessee to international diplomacy. Visitors can see personal belongings and learn how this place shaped the foundation for his later influence.

The park is accessible year-round with picnic areas and restroom facilities located throughout. Visitors should wear proper hiking shoes for the woodland trails and choose a season that suits their weather preferences.

Bunkum Cave on the grounds shows evidence of human settlement from the Middle Woodland period dating back thousands of years. Later, the cave served as a shelter for illegal distilleries during Prohibition.

Location: Tennessee

Inception: 1997

Website: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/cordell-hull-birthplace

GPS coordinates: 36.58167,-85.18194

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:08