Rocky Mount State Historic Site & Museum, Tennessee, United States
4.5 (101 reviews) Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Ranking #1 in Piney Flats Historic Sites • History Museums
A lovely experience
Take a step back in time and experience Tennessee history in a gorgeous and peaceful setting. Rocky Mount State Historic Site is home of the famous Cobb house and other historic structures and is well-known for its service as the capital of the Southwest Territory in the late 1700s. On Rocky Mount’s 40 acres, visitors will also find a flock of authentic Cotswold sheep, a blacksmith shop and a garden maintained by master gardeners. On the grounds, passionate costumed interpreters, educators, museum guides and many volunteers share their expertise with guests, who will leave with greater knowledge of the history of Northeast Tennessee and the state. The site also features a beautiful, state-of-the-art museum filled with 18th and 19th century artifacts and valuable historical information. For a more immersive experience, check out the many programs and events offered at Rocky Mount. We’re glad you have joined us!
Address
200 Hyder Hill Rd, Piney Flats, TN 37686-4630
Mobile
Website
http://www.rockymountmuseum.com
Working hours
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Wednesday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Current local date and time now
Friday, May 10, 2024, 9:43
User Ratings
4.5 based on (101 reviews)
Reviews
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5Le Ann 5:00 PM Dec 3, 2022
A Night to Remember
We attended a Christmas Candlelight Tour and as our first experience it was exceptional! We enjoyed the guides who were in character both in dress and how they spoke. They represented late 1700’s Tennessee territory in their stories, the atmosphere… it was really special. We loved the little makers market at the end and Mrs & Mrs Clause were super sweet! We highly recommend a tour… but a Christmas tour is special.
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5CherylAVermont 5:00 PM Nov 19, 2022
The re-enactors were incredibly knowledgeable and engaging.
We just went to Rocky Mount State Museum and went on the Colonial Christmas tour. It was so interesting. The re-enactors were incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. It is obvious they love history and also love to share their knowledge. We learned so many things, for example where the term "hot toddy" came from. Their way of life from poor to wealthy, dress, how they kept warm, livestock they kept, how they cooked, what very young people had to do to help out, their life spans, and how incredibly resourceful they were. Life in the 1700s was a very different time and the reenactors made it seem as if we had gone back in time and were actually there. A very worthwhile visit for all ages!
