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Kingsport
Allandale
Mansion
Intriguing
history and southern elegance create the romantic setting
of Allandale Mansion which is often referred to as Kingsport's
"White House." Allandale's handsome
living room invites lofty thoughts of important gatherings.
Smaller, more intimate events will find a suitable setting
in the charming music room and elegant dining room.
Formal gardens designed by President Eisenhower's own
landscape architect provide a peaceful backdrop for
any event.
(423) 229-9422
Nashville
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out our story on Nashville and its attractions!]
Nashville's
Parthenon
is the only full-scale replica of the Greek Parthenon
in existence. Created with exacting attention to detail,
its massive columns and pleasing dimensions attract
thousand of visitors to Nashville's foremost art museum
each year. The focus of the Parthenon's permanent collection
is a group of 63 paintings by 19th and 20th-century
American artists.
www.nashville.gov
The
Cheekwood Tennessee
Botanical Garden & Museum of Art
is now a premier cultural resource for its visitors.
Its 55 acres include the newly-renovated Museum of Art
with state-of-the-art exhibition galleries and the permanent
collection of decorative and fine arts. The Botanical
Garden includes a wildflower garden, herb study garden,
color garden, trial garden, Japanese garden, water garden
and more.
www.cheekwood.org
The
Belmont Mansion
was built in 1850
by Adelicia Belmont, one of the wealthiest women in
America. The mansion is furnished in Victorian
opulence with original and period pieces. As you take
a trip back in time, you'll hear the fascinating story
of Adelicia, whose strength and perseverance prevailed
throughout the Civil War, three marriages, ten children
and the management of one of the largest fortunes in
America.
www.belmontmansion.com
Beachaven
Vineyards and Winery Tennessee has enjoyed
an illustrious history of wine making from as early
as 1880. When prohibition hit the state, the vineyards
fell into disuse. However, wine makers kept the art
alive by making wine for their families and friends,
a perfectly legal hobby. In 1977, Tennessee laws were
changed to once again allow farm wineries. Beachaven
offers free sampling and tours, as well as sales of
its many award-winning wines. (615)
645-8867
National
Corvette Museum The National Corvette Museum
truly has "something for everyone." From the
serious enthusiast to the casual admirer, the over 68,000
square foot Museum with approximately 60 ever-changing
exhibits gives a fascinating look at "America's
Sports Car" the Corvette - from its inception to
the latest model. www.corvettemuseum.com
(270) 781-7973
There's
always a lot going on aboard the General
Jackson Showboat! Everything
from elegant evening cruises with dinner and a show,
to relaxing evenings under the stars with someone special.
Whatever your cruising pleasure, the 276 foot-long General
Jackson showboat will exceed your expectations. www.gaylordhotels.com
Opry
Mills outlet mall offers over 200 stores,
as well as a 20-screen movie theater and an IMAX theater.
www.oprymills.com
Pigeon
Forge
Dollywood, Dolly
Parton's theme park, offers a new international festival,
Dollywood’s Festival of Nations.
The celebration features hundreds of entertainers
from around the world. Dolly Parton is also unveiling
her new water park, Dolly Splash Country, with water
rides for the whole family. www.dollywood.com
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