I loved the train set. So impressive. I also loved learning more about an Olympic Athlete. Well…read moreworth the stop.

The most iconic building in Clarksville, TN, has over 125 years of documented history. The…read morewell-designed architecture even withstood an F3 tornado in January 1999. It transformed from a Federal Post Office to the Department of Electricity, and now a beautiful museum to showcase Clarksville's rich culture and history for all ages to enjoy. We enjoyed a group of self-guided and museum-guided tours that included story time, a craft activity, a scavenger hunt, and a plethora of hands-on educational fun. The kids enjoyed the interactive model trains exhibit, Explorer's Landing, and Art Studio. Check out their website membership, group rates, special events, and ways to donate to this beautiful museum. It's truly worth a visit. Highly Recommend!!!

Fort Defiance (formerly also known as Fort Sevier & Fort Bruce)…read more We loved the little walking path that was here. It shows some of the original earthworks. Museum was very informative. Clarksville, TN in the 1860's was a vital communication/transportation center for the Confederacy. It was a major producer of tobacco and agricultural goods but became an important source of iron (its local foundries producing cannon, artillery shells and musket balls for the Confederate army early in the war). Clarksville's location at the confluence of the Cumberland and Red Rivers made it a strategic point. The Confederates in preparing for the city's defense constructed Fort Sevier on a hill that commands the two rivers. On February 19, 1862, Union gunboats came up the river from Fort Donelson and reported the fort displayed a white flag and was left deserted. The Union took over the fort and enlarged it so that it would control traffic on the Hopkinsville (Kentucky) Pike. After the Emancipation Proclamation in January 1863, Clarksville became a Federal recruitment center for the induction of free blacks and former slaves into the Union service.

We stopped by since we were killing some time in town for a wedding later in the day. The small…read moremuseum was pretty interesting as was the video. If so inclined they have a long walking path down to the river ( beware the path back is uphill). The fort itself is not much to see given it is just earthen walls. Nice views to downtown c-ville. Ok especially if you are a civil war history buff but for all others... meh.

Right before fall, I decided to go on a road trip with my father, who loves Civil War history. We…read morehad done everything from Gettysburg, Perryville, Camp Wildcat, Fort Sumter, Antietam/Sharpsburg, Leesburg, and Fort Sullivan. So, I decided to revisit the Jefferson Davis Monument, which I had initially visited in 2011 with a colleague from Madras, India, who wanted to see some historical places in Kentucky during a trip to Fort Campbell. It was a pleasant morning drive from central Kentucky to Fairview, Kentucky, which is the birthplace of Jefferson Davis. At the visitors' center, they offer a video describing Davis' life and the construction of the monument. Also, some post cards, books, and magnets souvenirs on the monument and the Civil War. We learned that he married the daughter of the 12th U.S. president, Zachary Taylor. She died three months later of malaria. Besides being the President of the Confederacy, he was a West Point graduate, Secretary of War under President Pierce, and a U.S. senator from Mississippi. We found it interesting that Davis was never tried for treason especially since the government could easily make out a prima facie case that Davis had committed treason by levying war against the United States. However, we learned that Davis could defend his suit by arguing that the session of his then-home state of Mississippi had removed his United States citizenship and his duty of loyalty to the Union, therefore rendering him in capable of committing treason against the United States. Next, you can pay an $8.00 fee to take an elevator to the observation level. The views span for miles, and we saw some Amish on horse and buggy, along with some farmers tending their land. The guide was Tim, who offered additional information about the monument: a 351-foot obelisk, the third-tallest in the US after the Washington Monument and the San Jacinto Monument. The concrete walls are 7 feet thick at the base and 2.5 feet thick at the top. Finally, the area is well maintained, and we sat on a park bench and ate lunch as time went by; besides, people are always in a rush, and often don't enjoy the moment of peace, especially after escaping the hassle of the city.

The fourth largest concrete monument in the United States is a tribute the the President of the…read moreConfederacy who was born here in Kentucky before going on to lead the group of states that seceded from the Union. I was here super early and that gave me the opportunity to explore the grounds undisturbed. No one in any of my pictures but that does mean that I was unable to visit the top of the monument. There is plenty of parking, lots of picnic sites and a playground. Restrooms are available during business hours. We're in very rural Kentucky so there is not much else nearby. [Review 1226 of 2024 - 258 in Kentucky - 22249 overall]

This is definitely a one-of-a-kind place. Every display throughout the property has a related pun,…read moreand the toys in his toy house are displayed in ways that make funny stories. Sadly a storm took out the electricity to the toy house and he isn't permitted to fix it because the electric is connected to the house and the town said he has to upgrade all the electric in the house, which he and his wife don't have the means for right now. When he had electricity a lot of the toys would move and contraptions on the property had lights and water on some of them. The toys stretch back to the 1940s. Definitely a trip down memory lane. The gentleman who owns it is very nice and came out to give us a tour and pointed out the many puns related to the displays. The little general store his grandparents ran back in the early half of the 1900s is still standing and full of interesting memorabilia and artifacts. It's donations only, no cost, but the man and his wife can use the help. If you're not a fan of weird junk art and old toys, you probably wouldn't like it. We spent about 45 minutes there.

Depends on your style and tastes because it definitely is a little eerie! If you like weird,…read morethough, it'll be a good place to visit. It will definitely be something we will always remember, but not one we necessarily recommend.

The Pratt Museum in Fort Campbell is a little museum I visit a lot to reflect and to learn about…read morethe history of Fort Campbell. It is a great place to meet unique, intelligent, and curious people and military veterans. I learn something new every time I come here. I first visited it when I came to Fort Campbell a couple of months ago. It was a very brief self guided tour. My in-laws were mostly fascinated by the Vietnam exhibit. I was drawn to the personal possessions of Adolph Hitler, the katanas of the Japanese soldier, and the fine details of the uniform of the German soldier. The Bastogne and glider exhibits stand out a lot in the museum. The WW2 BASTOGNE ROAD SIGN and photograph seem to be very eye catching due to the iconic battle of WW2. "In December 1944, the Wehrmacht launched its last major offensive in the West. The aim was to drive a wedge between the Allied Army Groups advancing into Germany. The Belgian town of Bastogne sat at the junction of several key roads and it was imperative that the Germans capture it in order to speed their advance. However, the American 101st Airborne Division held out for several days, whilst being completely surrounded and cut off from reinforcements. On 26 December, the siege was finally lifted. The defence of Bastogne would go down in history as one of the most well-known battles of the European campaign. " Source: https://www.epicmilitaria.com/ww2-bastogne-road-sign.html Complimentary maps of Fort Campbell are given at the museum. New and temporary exhibits pop up on a monthly basis. At the front desk, a map of the inactive Clarksville Base (located in Fort Campbell) is on display. They don't have copies of the Clarksville Base map but you can photograph it. "Clarksville Base was at one time the repository of about a third of the U.S. nuclear weapons arsenal, putting it on the Soviet Union's top-10 list of targets - some say as high as No. 3 - designated for annihilation in the event of World War III." - PHILIP GREY | LEAF-CHRONICLE FILES You are allowed to take photographs inside the museum. Admission is free and repeat visits are welcomed.

Visited the museum today for a promotion ceremony. This is a great museum! Very clean and well laid…read moreout. Excellent displays and very educational. Represents history to present day very respectfully and accurately. If you like history, the 101st or the military and you are in the area, this is a must stop!!

I wasn't sure what to expect. I wasn't even sure they were open. But I called ahead, and they were…read morethere. It is an astounding collection. It's pretty much a personal collection, sorted out and displayed for the public. I was there to see a few planes, and they have three or four. But they also have many cars, and tractors, and antiques, and old toys, etc. Every couple of minutes I would walk past one display and smile or laugh or gape in surprise at the amazing vehicle or artifact in front of me. There is one whole section of the building, essentially one big barn, full of John Deere tractors. And there are many, many other brands represented, of all ages. There are antique cars, and race cars, and just flat weird vehicles. There's an ultralight plane in the building, and several Vintage planes outside. Spend an hour or two, wander around. You can bring the kids, although it's not really set up for little kids and they can't climb on much. But it is super cool for them to look at all the old toys and interesting vehicles. Plus you can show them what a telephone booth was, and a switchboard, and a jukebox.

Fun ride for all! Kids enjoyed it as well. Gorgeous day, informative guides. Cool local history.read more

A great and unique cave experience in Bowling Green. We…read morerecently took the underground boat tour at Lost River Cave in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and it was a very cool and unique adventure! This is Kentucky's only underground boat tour, and we were lucky to visit right after the river had lowered enough to reopen following flooding. (When the water is high, the cave becomes submerged, so timing is everything.) Our tour guide, Bri, was fantastic. She was funny, engaging, and an incredibly skilled boat driver. She kept the group entertained with corny but hilarious jokes while sharing the rich history of the cave, from its days as a Native American hunting ground and Civil War campground to its time as a hideout. It was even a 1930s nightclub which was being used as a wedding venue when we visited. She navigated us as far back into the cave as possible, pointing out beautiful and interesting rock formations along the way. The tour was about 45-minutes and included a guided walk to the cave entrance with 3 stops before you board the boat. Be aware that it involves a steep walk down (and back up) and requires bending over low in the boat with your torso flat toward the seat when the water is high as you first aneter and leave the cave. This makes the ride difficult or impossible for those with mobility impairments. Despite the physical aspects, I thought the experience was truly unique and peaceful as you glide through the cool, dark cave. I highly recommend this for anyone who is interested in unique cave experiences or anyone who enjoys a blend of nature, history, and corny jokes.

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.

The museum inside the headquarters building is quite an experience to behold. Each exhibit displays…read moredepth, history, and the simplicity of the 101st Airborne Division. It was my first visit inside the building, and it was a very peaceful and moving experience.

As the HQ of one of the most famous military units in history, you'd expect the 101st building to…read morehave some historical displays... and you'd be spot on. The structure itself is unique and sets itself apart from anything else on base. Big and blue! The first thing you might notice is the walls adorned with historical artifacts, signs and sculptures... that is if you miss the 10' obelisk outside. As you walk further in, there's an impressive Medal of Honor Rotunda with life sized jumper suspended my parachute lines in the center. Pretty Cool. Walk around. You'll see a display dedicated to Old Abe, the Eagle on the 101st insignia. My favorite was the small statue of the Paratrooper with the air-filled chute after landing. Brought back memories of trying to unclip while the parachute was nearly dragging me along the ground. Check out the pictures. Hope you enjoy.