I have visited here twice on field trips with my students. I love this museum! There's so much to…read morelearn and if you're into science like me, this is definitely your place. There are self-guided tours, guided tours for groups and hands-on classroom experiences. You can meet an actual NASA scientist, learn about our solar system in the planetarium, and enjoy the various rides that are included with admission. There are other fun things to do but I believe those events/rides cost extra. You can even enjoy lunch under the trees or in the food court area inside. Pro Tip: Plan to visit at least two days to take it all in! It's definitely an out of this world experience!

If you have even the slightest interest in space, this place is a must-see!…read more The U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville is the largest space museum in the world -- and it shows. From the moment you walk in, you're immersed in the story of humanity's journey beyond Earth. The exhibits walk you through our humble beginnings in rocketry, the intensity of the Space Race against the Soviets, the tragedy of Apollo 1, and the evolution of technology that eventually put humans on the Moon. You'll see command modules, landers, rovers, military applications, the role animals played in early testing, quarantine procedures after splashdown, and in-depth looks at International Space Station and Skylab. And then there's the jaw-dropping moment when you enter the massive building housing the fully displayed Saturn V rocket. It's hard to put into words how enormous and impressive it is stretched out above you. Seeing it in its entirety is worth the visit alone. We easily spent five hours here -- arriving shortly after opening and leaving about an hour before closing -- and still felt like we could have spent more time reading and exploring. There are over 1,500 artifacts on display. Every corner has something fascinating. One of my favorite parts? Actual rocket scientists were onsite at the Saturn V exhibit, ready and excited to answer questions. Talking to people who genuinely worked in the field adds a depth you just can't replicate with signage alone. I also highly recommend catching a show in the planetarium. We saw the presentation on the James Webb Space Telescope, and it was incredible. Pro tip: get there about 20 minutes early and line up. The shows are popular, and early arrival means better seats. Bonus -- you can bring in popcorn, candy, soda, or Icees if you're feeling snacky. Parking is huge and well organized. While they cap attendance each day at several hundred visitors, we had no issue getting tickets. The onsite cafeteria looked large with several food options. I noticed vegetarian choices but didn't confirm vegan availability. If I had one small critique, it would be that I wish there were even more actual flown-in-space artifacts. There are some, but many displays are trainers and simulators. That said, I understand that many space-flown items aren't recoverable, so replicas and trainers make sense. I also appreciated that the museum doesn't stop in the past. It brings the story into the present, covering modern space ventures like Blue Origin and SpaceX. Bottom line: this place is absolutely worth the trip. Plan for at least four hours -- five if you really want to dive in. There is so much to read, see, and experience. Space nerd or not, you'll leave inspired.

Have stayed there many times when Mr Wise was living. An absolutely amazing experience. Have stayed…read morein the cabin many times. It is well worth the trip!

There are ghosts there...went with a friend and her paranormal group and was very excited at the…read morethings seen and heard. Being actual Civil War items doesn't hurt this ghost hunting team. Was excited at the prospect of seeing and/or hearing anything paranormal and was fortunate to both see and hear several things. The museum itself is amazing for any history buff and you won't be disappointed in searching out this 'little hole in the wall' museum. The owner can tell you about EVERYTHING there. All items are authentic, no replicas!

We had a charmed day, tour and visit. Met Bob the rooster. And co-owner too who was exceptionally…read morecordial and welcoming. The museum and grounds include significant Americana, Johny Cash, Elvis, and a painting featuring Bob Dylan. Clean. Well cared for and presented. Loved it. We arrived on a quiet fall day, out of season and couldn't promise the same experience for others. There is a gathering area to enjoy music performances in the summer months that wasn't open. There wasn't any food sold and I'm unaware if guests can bring any snacks to the events.

My husband and I were spending a few days in Memphis, and I just happened to pick up a pamphlet…read morefrom the visitor's center about TN Music Pathways. The last night there I decided to read through it, thinking to myself that we needed to make another trip through Tennessee to hit all of these cool places. Some we have already been to, but wouldn't mind going again. My husband being a HUGE Johnny Cash fan, I suggested we make a detour on our way home, just to fit Storytellers Hideaway Farm in. We were NOT disappointed. We both thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the house and the barn with all sorts of memorabilia. The highlight of the experience was the music and camaraderie with Johnny Cash's nephew, Mark Alan Cash. We could sit there and listen to him all day. We loved listening to the stories from his personal experiences with his uncle. If we ever get the chance to come back through here, we definitely will.

My husband is a pilot, so when we were visiting a friend in Franklin, making the easy 45 minute…read moredrive out to the Beechcraft Heritage Museum felt like a no brainer. And wow, this place absolutely delivers. Whoever the rich benefactors are - they developed and curated this museum and clearly went all in. There are so many planes, each one beautifully restored, polished, and presented like it truly matters. These are not just aircraft, they feel like fine works of art, each with its own story and presence. Even the gift shop impressed me. It is not an afterthought like at some places. There were multiple styles of T shirts, including some genuinely soft, high quality cotton options that felt like something you would actually want to wear, not just toss in a drawer. Prices were reasonable too, which made it easy to justify a souvenir. My husband was completely in his element here and absolutely loved every minute of it.

It goes without saying that pilots like to visit museums about planes. As a pilot I was excited to…read morefind this gem only an hour away from home. The Beechcraft Stagger Wing has always been one of my favorite planes just based on the aesthetics of the build. I love being able to see the framework and learn the history of this aircraft along with other interesting aspects of the Beechcraft company. The museum is impeccably clean and a pleasure to visit. Well worth the small fee and a few hours of time to wander through.

If you're visiting Chattanooga, do yourself a favor and don't skip the Coker Museum. Whether you're…read morea lifelong car enthusiast or someone who couldn't tell a Model T from a Mustang, this place is absolutely fascinating. It ended up being one of my favorite museums I've ever visited. The museum is built around the incredible collection of the Coker family, who made their name through Coker Tire, and you can feel the passion behind every display. I had the chance to meet Casey, who now helps lead the family business, and she was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. It was so refreshing to see a family-run museum where everyone genuinely loves what they do. The collection is unbelievable. You'll find everything from antique automobiles and classic sports cars to vintage trucks, motorcycles, race cars, buses, and even airplanes hanging from the ceiling. They also have a working restoration shop where you can watch vintage vehicles being brought back to life, plus displays of the original tires and automotive memorabilia that tell the story behind the collection. One of the coolest pieces was the historic Yellowstone tour bus used in filming, which was such a fun surprise. (Content Rhino) At $25 per person, this museum is worth every penny. We spent far longer here than we expected because there was always something new to discover around every corner. Even if cars aren't normally your thing, the history, craftsmanship, and stories behind these vehicles make this an experience you won't forget. Hands down, this is one of the best museums I've visited, and it's now at the top of my list of recommendations for anyone visiting Chattanooga.

This museum is a real gem! My husband and I have been to…read moreseveral car museums, but this one is truly special. Starting with the owners of the museum. Kind, polite, personable, and very passionate about their collection and their family. The vibe of the museum was our favorite part too. The garage vibe isn't something I've seen yet, and honestly, it's really something special in their favor. We took three laps around the museum and found something new every time. My favorite was the Piper Cub. I rode in one myself in high school. I never thought I'd see one again so it was a very special moment for me! I highly recommend this museum whether by yourself, with your family like I was, or for an event.

We spent an hour and a half going through the exhibit in the unique museum. We saw live snakes,…read moreturtles, fish, axolotyl, alligators and more. Learned some stuff too. Very nice place with well kept exhibit. Only two adults were on this trip and we enjoyed this.

I am confused how this is rated so good. It is SMALL, and…read morecost 20$ a person! We looked at every exhibit, read the signs, played and still finished in 30 minutes. One of the smallest science centers we have been in. While our toddler had fun in the "toddler area" this was also small. Definitely not a place I would recommend going to at that price. Plenty of other places to spend the day.

Can't believe I live so close and had never been here until this weekend. So many cool pieces of…read moremachinery to check out, along with a lot of history and beautiful grounds to see - waterfall, creeks, and waterwheel. It's only $5 per person to visit and worth a quick stop!

05/13/2021 Open seasonal from April 1st to mid December. Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors and…read more$3 for children over 5 years old. Only open three (3) days a week on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We met the husband and wife team that owns and operates this historic mill, they were extremely kind and showed us around the grounds. Beautiful place to visit; from the water falls, to the enormous 32 foot water wheel and the museum. If you're into viewing history and enjoy taking in beautiful scenery, stop by you'll enjoy the visit.

Andrew gave us a great tour! So much to see and many interesting facts! The guys working there…read moreenjoyed telling us information as much as we enjoyed hearing them. There were artifacts donated from all over the world. We will go back again to see things that I'm sure we missed!

Small museum with history buffs showing you around. We spent a couple of hours as there was so much…read moreto see.

3 hours and cool as heck. It might take longer if you look at and read everything. Not sure…read morekids will take the time to appreciate it. We saw a few young people in groups with a tour guide. That would be recommended for sure. 35 bucks a piece to go. Worth it!

Came here recently during the CMA Festival, on a Thursday afternoon. It was very congested on the…read morestreets to get to the museum, but luckily we made it into the parking lot across the street. Get validated and discounted parking from the museum front desk/concierge so the fee is only $15 to park in the parking structure across from the museum. I would also like to mention that staff member MICHELLE V. was very helpful on my visit, as she went out of her way to get me a personal item that I needed, so thumbs up to her. Thanks Michelle! The museum itself took a good 1-1.5 hours to explore. We started at the top floor to see Dolly's exhibit and Taylor Swift's center...then slowly progressed downstairs. It was cool to see the memorabilia of various famous country artists as we looked around. Now we know why Nashville is the country music capital of the world!

Excellent stop on road trip. Impressive platform mound and a…read moresignificant burial mound. Good museum displays and nice gift shop with friendly staff.

Wow, that's what I have to say. It's a small place and it has so much information and so many…read moreactivities for children in kindergarten till 5th grade. They have festival in May for 3 days they also have a corn run and they have a big property where you can walk around and get to know the place. They have a lot of arrows, skin of animal for demonstration and even technology from back then like apple grinder and corn grinders. This place is absolutely free but they do accept donations. The service was amazing it was an older gentlemen. He would tell us amazing facts and history of the the Indians did back then. He also let us play instruments from back then. He let us touch their weapons and showed us how they were used. He was always on top of everything interacted a lot of my family especially my little sister of 8 years. This was splendid. Please stop by and support them!!!