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As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change, Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park is brimming with activities to celebrate the season. From guided history tours and living history programs to spooky candlelight events and family-friendly fun, October is...

There’s no better time to explore Fort Watauga at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park than in the fall. As the Appalachian Mountains burst into brilliant shades of gold, crimson, and amber, this historic fort becomes even more magical. A trip here offers the perfect...

Besides the Carter Mansion being the oldest frame house in Tennessee, visiting the mansion allows you the opportunity to block out the sights and sounds of modern America and experience a simpler time. When this house was built, the United States did not even exist!...

Tucked between the rolling hills and misty mountains of northeast Tennessee and western North Carolina flows one of the region's most beautiful hidden gems, the Watauga River. If you're visiting the area and looking for a splash of fun, a bit of history, and a dose of...

Show your Tennessee pride while also supporting one of Tennessee’s most treasured historic sites—Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. By choosing the Tennessee Gadsden Flag specialty license plate, you're not just adding character to your vehicle—you’re contributing...

Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethton boasts a great deal of educationalprogramming and an on-site museum detailing the region’s history, and in particular, its role inthe establishment of the United States of America. That history comes to life with the...