This served as the capital of the Territory of the United States South of the Ohio River when President George Washington appointed William Blount the territorial governor in 1790. The site was Blount's center for state affairs until a new capitol was built at Knoxville in 1792. The Rocky Mount log farmhouse, built 1770-72, has been restored to its original appearance. Costumed guides portray members of the Cobb family, who first settled in Rocky Mount, and conduct living-history tours explaining the many original furnishings in the main building; they also demonstrate pioneer crafts and skills.
Location:
Piney Flats Tennessee
Telephone
423-538-7396
Other History nearby:
(Greeneville) Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
(Boone) Appalachian Cultural Museum
(Blowing Rock) Appalachian Heritage Museum
(Johnson City) B. Carroll Reece Museum
(Morristown) Crockett Tavern Museum
(Abingdon) Fields-Penn 1860 House
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02/21 Coming to The Piney Flats area
International Biscuit Festival Knoxville TN May18 The four categories of competition are Sweet Biscuits, Savory Biscuits, Special Biscuits and Student Biscuits.
Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival Pineville KY May23 The Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival is one of Kentucky's oldest festivals, finding its start in 1931.
Stringbean Memorial Bluegrass Festival Gray Hawk KY June19-21 Stringbean Memorial, Inc. is a non-profit corporation named in honor of David “Stringbean” Akemon, native of Jackson County, Kentucky, who was an internationally known musician and performer at the Grand Ole Opry and the television show, Hee Haw.
Georgia Mountian Fair Hiawassee GA July19-28 Thousands of visitors from across the region have experienced the excitement and nostalgia that the event has to offer. With first class musical performances, fun carnival rides, unique attractions and a glimpse into North Georgia's rich history and culture, the Fair provides something for every member of the family.
Dillard Bluegrass and Barbeque Festival Dillard GA August2-3 The Dillard Barbecue and Bluegrass Festival started in 1997 and has grown to what it is today through the hard work, dedication, and efforts of many volunteers and BBQ enthusiasts from around the country.
Virginia Highlands Festival Abingdon VA August2-11 Showcasing Appalachian arts and crafts.
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