OLIVER SPRING, Tenn. (WATE) — Local Black history does not always make its way into textbooks or onto library shelves. In many families, those stories are passed down through generations, shared at ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The East Tennessee History Center wants to help East Tennesseans trace their roots. This weekend, they are hosting a gathering for those interested in genealogy. The East Tennessee ...

The East Tennessee Historical Society will host their eighth annual History Fair on August 20 with events taking over downtown Knoxville. Among the events: living history, music, home and walking ...

On International Women's Day, we're observing East Tennessee's role in the Women's Suffrage Movement. On August 18, 1920, Harry T. Burn, of McMinn County, cast the deciding vote in the Tennessee ...

After the 9/11 attacks, East Tennesseans gave the city of New York a fire truck to replace one of the dozens that were destroyed. It was East Tennessee's tribute gift to New York City. In 2002, East ...

With a rich tapestry of American heritage, Tennessee’s historical stomping grounds are sure to enlighten visitors while educating them on the state’s legendary past. Museum and Monuments Tennessee ...

Newspapers run by and for East Tennessee's Black community told indispensable stories. Here's why they can be so hard to find now.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The East Tennessee Historical Society has been awarded a grant from the state. The $78,600 grant will be used to upgrade the lighting in the Museum of East Tennessee History, ...