The McClung Museum of Knoxville
The McClung Museum, located in Knoxville Tennessee is a great place for just about everyone at any age. Run by the world renowned University of Tennessee, it houses exhibits dealing with archeology, anthropology, decorative arts as well as local history. The exhibits document a way of life, and record a cultural identity unique to the area and time of the pieces. Just one tour always takes the guest and gives them an idea of what life was like throughout Tennessee during many time periods.
See how the Native Americans of the area lived. Artifacts from their day to day life are on display from the pots they used, to cooking implements as well as food storage containers. Items from the early white settlers of the area as well as folk arts and other diverse displays abound in this venue. You will see a great collection that brings together the many peoples and cultures that have played a part in making Tennesee the way it is today, a smooth blending of cultures and backgrounds.
Accessibility to the McClung Museum is state of the art, with elevators, wheel chair access and wide aisles standard. Floor plans are provided both online and in person, clearly showing the times and locations of various exhibits. Admission to the Frank McClung Museum is always free, and the museum is open Monday through Saturday from 9 am until 5 pm and Sunday from 1pm until 5pm. Located at 1327 Circle Park Drive, in Knoxville Tennessee, this museum is a great place for the entire family.
