A great historic landmark. Books and movies are still produced about the Scopes Trial back in 1925…read more History buffs paradise. The museum exhibits and staff helped bring the Scopes Trial back to life. A great place for school field trips. I would enjoy going again with friends who enjoy history.

So much rich history in this beautiful town. I love most that it mattered to them enough to…read morepreserve not just the pretty things but even the not so pretty things so that we can reflect on where things started.

Staff was very rude, I felt like a bother to them. Continously huffing with no manners. Very…read moredisappointing.

Always clean and well staffed, the Hamilton county court house is a piece of history. I visit the…read morecourt clerk every year and am in and out within 10 minutes. Plenty of street parking available for a couple of coins. Near the elevators is plenty of information helping you get to the correct floor and room. The tile floors are amazing and accent the beautiful light wood trim well. There is also an attendant just after the front doors to help you with directions. Plenty of different rooms specializing in a diverse amount of legal workings to help you be, well, legal. Take a moment and enjoy this beautiful building and walk the halls that are lined with art and the history of the staff that have walked them.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD…read more The Union County Historical Society is housed in the local historic court house building which was built in 1899. My absolute favorite part of this building was the top floor which housed the courtroom. I felt as if I was stepping into a scene from "To kill A Mockingbird" because this room reminded me of the courtroom scene from the movie. It was so cool, that words cannot express how it felt to be transported back in time. I experienced this room from every possible position, the audience, the jury, the defendant, the jury and even the Judge's chair. When you yell guilty!, there is a nice echo! Love it! This courthouse was super simple, besides the main room there were two smaller rooms used for jury deliberations and as the judge's chamber. This space is now used for Friday night concerts where you can hear Bluegrass, gospel and other forms of music. On the lower level is the main office and several rooms that reflect the towns history. The specific rooms reflect sports, religion, education, local politics, and military history. You will also find some interesting artifacts in the main hallway. I was surprised that there wasn't any information on the civil war just later wars. You must step outside and view the front of this building from a distance as it is truly breathtaking. I am so glad that a group of passionate citizens decided to fight the planned destruction of this building and its contents. It was absolutely worth being saved and is now the pride of this community. This courthouse is an absolute must see on your visit to the area!.

Tony and I was out driving on the backroads of Tennessee, after we left Fall Creek Falls State…read morePark. We entered the town of Pikeville, TN and had lunch and decided to explore and found this historical home. There was not much information there about the home on signs, so when I got home I had to look it up. I found a little bit of history about it. History: This two-story 1815 home next to the courthouse in Pikeville, TN was owned by John Bidgeman. Bridgeman was a local civic and business leader who outfitted a company of Confederate infantry from Bledsoe County. A federal-style house built in 1815, the John Bridgman House was one of the earliest dwellings in Pikeville. John Bridgeman was the founder of Pikeville and named the town after his home in North Carolina, Pike. The land that the John Bridgman house sits on is part of the original 30 acres purchased in 1816 to establish the city of Pikeville. The house was sold in 1992 to the First National Bank of Pikeville who helped restore it to its original glory. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 24, 1993. John migrated to Tennessee about 1811. Military records show that John joined the East Tennessee Militia at Washington, Rhea County, Tennessee during the War of 1812, where he served as a Sergeant. He was discharged May 14, 1814 after serving four months and eleven days. John was in Campbell County, Tennessee in December 1815, when he gave a power of attorney to collect any payments due him for his military service. John married Lavenia Cox at Bridgman's Mill, in Knox County, Tennessee John settled in Bledsoe County, Tennessee, where he appeared in the Bledsoe County court records in 1818, as a Commissioner for the town of Pikeville. Court records indicate that John bought and sold thousands of acres of land between the years 1818 and 1847. He also bought and sold a number of slaves between 1821 and 1837. John was elected to the House of Representatives for Bledsoe County, for the 13th General Assembly in 1819-1821

The lady was rude to me for no good reason so I don't recommend going to that location. I never…read morewill again.. If a person works with the public I believe you should carry yourself with kindness. You have no idea what the person you got a attitude with is going through

I have used this location for their drive thru license renewal. It's pretty hidden , and there…read moreisn't even a sign that's says to take the road, but it's situated between the the court house buildings. The road just looks like a walking path to the back, so it can be misleading. Beats going to East town mall or Farragut to wait in line ! You pull in and it lets you off on Gay st.

Early on a Saturday afternoon, the Cherokee County Courthouse in Murphy was all buttoned up and…read moresecured, which somehow made it even more striking as I walked the quiet square and took in that big presence that really dominates the block. The Classical Revival design hits you right away with those tall columns and the kind of symmetry that feels like it was built to impress. The 1927 construction date shows in all the best ways with that sturdy early 20th century confidence. With no one around, it was easy to stroll the perimeter and just let the building show off in the afternoon light. Cherokee County was formed in 1839 and Murphy has been the county seat from the start. When you see how this courthouse anchors the town, you get why they never moved it. Even locked up, it feels like a place that has seen a lot of local history roll right past its steps. The combination of its scale, the stonework and the mountain backdrop gives it a kind of quiet authority that sneaks up on you. It is impressive and imposing in the best way, and it makes for a surprisingly satisfying stop when you are wandering around town on a slow Saturday. [Review 514 of 2026 - 4609 in North Carolina - 25696 overall]

After jumping through all the hoops to find what I was looking for, paying online for the info,…read morenever received the report.

Known as the golf capital of Tennessee but I really cannot comment on golfing here in Crossville…read more Go see for yourself about that. But I will say the following about this town: Okay, so I think the county courthouse here is positively peculiar and gorgeous. Made of local Crab Orchard stone it has such a unique shape and impeccable color. The surrounding bandstand and greenery is just charming. The clock tower has me looking over my shoulder for Marty in his DeLorean. What's up Doc? Let me snap my 89th picture of this facade over here. The downtown has really intuitive visitor guides. You can stop in the gazebo area and pick up a brochure or just look at the famous spots mapped out on signage above you. Did I mention this is also a retirement community? I feel like the city is used to foot traffic and all the investment in tourism shows it. If you have the time, you can visit the old depot or museums or just march down the flawless historical downtown streets. I really loved the old buildings here. There's shopping. There's some food but it's mostly outside of the historic downtown and closer to the busy roads.

**April 2025: Weekday Late Morning Visit**…read more My friend and I were visiting Dollywood and figured that we should stop by her hometown to checkout her statue. It's located outside in the town center. My friend and I parked in a plaza nearby and walked towards this downtown area. If you're in Sevierville you should definitely get your photos with Dolly here!

There a no shortage of love for Dolly Parton in Sevierville. They even have erected a bronze statue…read moreof Dolly on the Courthouse lawn. And with good reason. Dolly has invested a lot of money in Sevier County with several theme parks. Dolly was born not too far from Sevierville, in Pittman Center. I'm a big Dolly fan and have listened to her music for decades. I love the reading programs for kids that she has championed throughout the country. The bronze statue by Gatlinburg artist, Jim Gray, depicts a young Dolly holding her guitar with her big smile and curly hair sitting on a rock. The statue was dedicated in 1989. Dolly looks casual and approachable. There is limited free parking around the Courthouse.

I was in the court house yesterday, for jury duty. And must say, all the folks, I encountered were…read moreso friendly, and knowledgeable. I wandered around and was impressed with the amazing beauty of this historical building. Everytime I drive in Sevierville I see it towering over all the other buildings. It makes me grin for it is beautiful. It was build in 1896, and got on the historical registry in 1971. This magnificent structure was designed by noted architect Kenneth McDonald of Louisville, Kentucky. McDonald was known for his Beaux-Arts Classicism design. The building was constructed by C. W. Brown of Lenoir City, at a cost of $21,000.00. From its beginning, the new courthouse has been a symbol of civic pride. The courthouse is a three-story structure, measuring 85 feet by 70 feet. The foundation is made of limestone blocks, 24 to 30 inches thick. The exterior walls up to the main floor are of hand-shaped limestone. They were obtained from a local quarry and hauled to the courthouse site by horse drawn wagons. From the main floor up, the exterior walls are brick, made at local brick yards. The tower is the dominating feature of the Courthouse rising 75 feet above the building. It rises 130 feet from the ground and is made of wood columns 10 inches by 10 inches rising from wood trusses. Midway up the tower is a large Seth Thomas clock which cost $1,353.45. For years, the clock was wound manually but today it's electric and strikes at the top of every hour. The metal dome on top of the tower was made by George G. M. Nichols.

Sevier County is an incredible place to live and work. Support extensions throughout county…read moregovernment are easily accessible and the county mayors office is interactive and hosts numerous community events throughout the year.