The Tennessee State Museum in Nashville
If you are a history buff, you really need to stop by the Tennessee State Museum the next time that you are in the Nashville area. This place is just loaded full of all of the information you could ever imagine about the rich history of the state of Tennessee. There are always lots of great exhibits and events for visitors to check out that are just right for your entire family.
Did you know that this museum measures in as being one of the largest state museums within the entire United States of America? While you are visiting, you will be intrigued by the many exhibits you will find that span the history of the great state of Tennessee. You be pleased to learn through exhibits such as Civil War, Prehistoric, Age of Jackson and Frontier. All of the displays include interesting items such as weapons, furniture and paintings.
Tennesee has been the source of a major find of dinosaur bones and prehistoric artifacts and those are well represented here. You will find prehistoric tools and items in use 1,000s of years ago as well as items used during the hard times of the first settlers.
The Tennessee State Museum is located within the Polk Cultural Center at 505 Deadrick Street in Nashville. Hours that you may stop by for a look-see are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm and Sunday from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm. The museum is closed down on all of the major national holidays. Visitors will be delighted to know that admission to the museum is always free except for the occasional cost of special exhibits on display. If you would like further information or if you have general questions, you may call the museum toll free at (800) 407-4324.
