Tennessee

A wonderful gem on the University of Tennessee campus, McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture is open daily, free to the public, and filled with surprising information. Intrigue begins before you even enter, as the duck billed dinosaur stands guard. World culture is thoroughly represented, starting from human evolution, […]

Just minutes outside of the city in an unassuming residential neighborhood, you’d never find the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum if you weren’t looking for it. This garden packs a wealth of history, beginning prior to Tennessee statehood in 1786. Once the Howell Nursery, the family farm sold fruits, vegetables, […]

Spring is a garden lovers delight and there is no lovelier place in Knoxville to take a stroll than UT Gardens. Recognized as the official botanical gardens of the state of Tennessee, the park is free and open daily. There are many specifically themed areas such as the children’s garden, […]

You won’t find ordinary donuts at Status Dough, but MEGA-donuts. Seriously, some of these bad boys are the size of your head. This is great because you can order, just one, and pretend to not be a glutton. Somehow I was drawn away from those king sized treats and instead […]

A true gem of the city, Knoxville Museum of Art showcases art and artists of East Tennessee. The museum has free admission and parking, it is a must see when in the area. One unique exhibit featured during my visit was digital art using LEDs to make colorful scenes, moving, […]

A golden disco ball dominates the skyline in Knoxville, Tennessee. The iconic Sunsphere was built in 1982 for the World’s Fair held in the city. It stands 266 ft tall and houses a free observation deck with a 360 degree view. With such a great attraction, how is it that […]