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    5.0 (13 reviews)

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    Jefferson Davis State Historic Site
    Joe L.

    Was taking a leisurely drive through Kentucky and noticed a tall obelisk that caught my eye. Got off the main road and ended up at the Jefferson Davis State Historic Site. It's no wonder I noticed it...it's 351' tall...LOL This is a 351-foot concrete obelisk commemorating the birthplace of Jefferson Davis who was the president of the Confederate States of America. Was an impressive sight and there is an elevator you could ride, but it is out of order until next year. It was a bit hot outside so I headed into the visitor center and looked around. Some interesting history here about Jefferson Davis and The Civil War. The BEST part of the visit...spending time talking to the Park Manager David Smith who is a wealth of knowledge and just a pleasure to talk with. In his office are some interesting photographs and relics from The Civil War, and he took time out from the "fun" of paying invoices to talk with myself and other visitors. This spot may be off the beaten path but it is well worth the visit.

    Joseph T.

    What an impressive structure. The Jefferson Davis monument is the 2nd tallest obelisk on earth. It's really neat. You're driving down the highway, and you see this structure peer over the tree line. You can't help but stop. Fairview, Kentucky doesn't really offer much. Apart from being the birthplace of Jefferson Davis, there isn't anything here. But the monument is pretty awesome. For $4, you can ride the elevator to the top. They even let me take my dog with me. It's very lax. History is what it is. You can't scrub it clean. Jefferson Davis does represent a dark period in American history. But, it's worth having these things in place to remind us of where we've come from, and where we'd like to not visit again. I think it's an awesome monument. If you're ever in the area, make an effort to visit.

    Cara A.

    This was very cool too see, and so tall. I didn't think it would be that crazy high. It is a great piece of history to see. If you get a chance go!!

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    Bell Witch Cave

    Bell Witch Cave

    3.3(72 reviews)
    21.9 mi

    I have always been interested in the paranormal. Guess it's because my mom died when I was 10, and…read moreI longed for signs and connections. I have many years of unusual spiritual experiences. And have been drawn here, because of its dramatic history. A bit of history, On a secluded farm about 30 minutes from Clarksville, in Adams, Tennessee, lies the Bell Family Farm and the Bell Witch Cave. One of the most documented cases of a haunting in American history, most people have heard the story of the Bell Witch. From 1817 to 1821, a man named John Bell and his family were harassed by a mysterious and invisible spirit now known as the Bell Witch. According to the legend, the witch had the ability to speak, shapeshift, and be in multiple places at once. Former president Andrew Jackson was quoted as saying "I had rather face the entire British Army than to spend another night with the Bell Witch" after he and some of his troops spent a night at the Bell's farm. The tour is good, the area and history draw you in. I felt sadness, and history, energy lingering. There are books, movies, songs about this family, and scientific research. There are paranormal tours, and more for your enjoyment of the unknown!

    We did the lantern tour last night with Autumn as our guide. She did an amazing job and was very…read morepatient and understanding with our small group. She took her time, gave us great historical information. The cave is a challenge ( wear good shoes ) but so worth seeing such a beautiful natural historical place. The family is doing a fantastic job at keeping this alive!! I hope to return again one day!! So much to see!! Thank You again, Autumn, for a great experience!!

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    Fort Donelson National Battlefield

    Fort Donelson National Battlefield

    4.5(22 reviews)
    39.0 mi

    I did most of driving from St Louis here. The visitor center is under remodeling so it is in a…read moretrailer now. Watched a short video on Uysses Grant, General Buckman and the battle the Union won over the Confederates here. Drove to all sites, cemetery and Dover Hotel where the south surrendered.

    The cemetery is part of the free Fort Donelson National Battlefield tour. The grounds were well…read morekept. One of the building on site offers a little bit of information. Beautiful national cemetery. "In July 1862, Congress passed legislation giving the President of the United States the authority to purchase land for the establishment of cemeteries "for soldiers who shall die in the service of their country". The legislation effectively began the national cemetery system. In 1863, the Union Army abandoned the Confederate works and constructed a new fortification on the ground that became the cemetery site. A freedmen's community developed around the new Union fort. Four years later, this same site was selected for the establishment of the Fort Donelson National Cemetery and 670 Union soldiers were reinterred here. These soldiers (which included 512 unknowns) had been buried on the battlefield, in local cemeteries, in hospital cemeteries, and in nearby towns. These totals include five known and nine unknown soldiers from the United States Colored Troops. The high percentage of unknown soldiers can be attributed to the haste in cleaning up the battlefield and the fact that civil war soldiers did not carry government-issued identification. In 1867, Fort Donelson Cemetery was established as the final resting for Union soldiers and sailors initially buried in the Fort Donelson area."

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    Ghost Ballet for East Bank Machineworks

    Ghost Ballet for East Bank Machineworks

    4.6(5 reviews)
    55.4 miDowntown

    This is a cool piece of art and great for photo ops…read more We came here to get on our cruise and came across this gem Ghost Ballet, is a public art installation and modern sculpture at the east bank of the Cumberland River between Nissan Stadium and the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge in Nashville, Tennessee. It was designed by Alice Aycock

    When I virtually walked Nashville, Tennessee through the live streams that would connect me to…read moreMusic City U.S.A., before our vacation there, I would see this very unique landmark at the easternmost fringes of Broadway. It is unique in that it looks like towering fragments of twisted red roller coaster tracks towering above a historic strip of honkey tonk. Throughout my pre-Nashville virtual walks through live streams, I would see "Ghost Ballet" when walking virtually East on Broadway and at the start of a virtual walk along the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge. Eighteen years after this Alice Aycock work of art was completed in 2007, we got to see it when we vacationed in Nashville from June 23 to June 29, 2025. In similar fashion to the live streams that I virtually walked, my eyes took it in when they looked east on Broadway. In actuality, "Ghost Ballet" is on the East bank of the Cumberland River horizontal to Broadway. Broadway concludes at the Riverfront Park which fronts the Cumberland River in Downtown Nashville. This is where I spent several minutes looking across the Cumberland River at a vista where "Ghost Ballet" visually dances between Nissan Stadium and the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge. When I write "visually dances," I describe some of the meaning of the artwork that looks like twisted roller coaster tracks. According to Wikipedia, Alice Aycock,who created it was attentive to the way it changes shapes the way the person moves around it from the numerous viewing points in Downtown. This movement reminded her of dance movements, hence the name of "Ghost Ballet." When I looked across the Cumberland River at "Ghost Ballet,"was I looking at the remnants of a riverside theme park?" In actuality the red twisted metal is actually railroad-like red twisted twisted that pay tribute to the railroad heritage along the Cumberland River. The Cumberland River with "Ghost Ballet" as the centerpiece made for some camera candy. The vintage point from Riverfront Park is a prime Nashville photo spot. I also took in a higher elevation view of the"Ghost Ballet " from the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge. Standing at 100 feet tall and 100 feet wide, from viewing it on the higher elevation of the bridge, it appeared that I was looking straight at it instead of below. Come to think of it, this might of made for a Four Star roller coaster. In conclusion, I rate "Ghost Ballet" Four Stars for being a very visually appealing work of public art and a landmark.

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    Frank Sutton Statue

    Frank Sutton Statue

    5.0(1 review)
    22.0 mi

    A popular road side attraction in this area is the statue of Frank Sutton in Clarksville, TN. Frank…read moreSutton was one of Clarksville's famous residents. He was, also, a famous actor on television. He played the memorable role of "Sgt. Carter" from the CBS sitcom, "Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C. . More information about this iconic statue: Source : https://www.visitclarksvilletn.com/listing/frank-sutton-statue/138/ The statue of Frank Sutton emerged glowing in the midday sun and evoked oohs and ahs from the crowd when it was unveiled in May 2017. Sculptor Wise's statue perfectly evokes Sutton's famous "Sgt. Carter" from the CBS sitcom, "Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C.," with his trademark hat, lean-forward stance, square jaw and flaring nostrils. Mayor Kim McMillan acknowledged that Frank Sutton remains a "favorite son" of our community. "He gave distinguished service to our country, and by all accounts, he was always fond of Clarksville, and remained true to his relatives and roots here." Mark Holleman -- civic leader and broker/owner of Coldwell Banker Conroy, Marable & Holleman -- working with the City of Clarksville, led the drive to place the statue near the Roxy Theatre in Sutton's hometown. "This is about keeping the past alive for our youngsters, like these students who gather here with us today," Holleman said. "This all started when one of my agents, Pat Powers, a distant relative of Frank Sutton, and I started talking about making this a company project. It was a long two years of hard work, but it turned out great, thanks to Scott Wise, the City, and of course, the group of investors who contributed the money." Sutton, whose parents met while working at The Leaf-Chronicle, took to the stage as a student at East High School in Nashville, where his family moved when he was 8. He returned to Clarksville after high school and worked as a radio announcer. During World War II, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the South Pacific. After the war, he began a notable career as an actor, with many TV roles in shows. But Sutton will always be remembered for his breakthrough role as tough Marine Corps Sgt. Vince Carter in the "Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C." television series with Jim Nabors. He chose to be buried in Clarksville, which he always considered home. by Richard Stevens

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