civil war driving tour knoxville tn

Knoxville Civil War Driving Tour

I assume there is a map provided. It looks like Knoxville may be doing better. I think we have not done enough in the past with the Civil War history in the area.

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This self-guided tour highlights Knoxville’s Civil War history including stops at General Longstreet’s headquarters, Fort Dickerson, and the site of the Battle of Fort Sanders to name a few. Stop in to the Knoxville Visitor Center to pick up a brochure.

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Fort Sanders Battlefield

Long ago overcome by development, the Fort Sanders area in Knoxville just west of downtown along 17th Street became the site of many Victorian homes built decades after the war.  The McClung Museum at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville features a permanent exhibit on the battle at Fort Sanders and the Knoxville Campaign of 1863. Artifacts found at the site of nearby Morgan Hill are also highlighted in the exhibit. A driving tour of Knoxville Civil War sites is available at the Visit Knoxville Visitor Center on Gay Street.

Fort Sanders Battlefield: What's Nearby

Civil War   |   Battlefield Fort Sanders Battlefield Knoxville, TN

Civil War   |   Museum East Tennessee History Center Knoxville, TN

Civil War   |   Cemetery Old Gray Cemetery Knoxville, TN

Civil War   |   Museum Mabry-Hazen House Museum and Bethel Cemetery Knoxville, TN

Civil War   |   Fort Fort Dickerson Knoxville, TN

Civil War   |   Historic Site Fort Higley Knoxville, TN

Civil War   |   Historic Site Confederate Memorial Hall (Bleak House) Knoxville, TN

Civil War   |   Historic Site Cudjo’s Cave Friendsville, TN

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The Knoxville Civil War Trail begins at Fort Dickerson on Chapman Highway, continues through the Fort Sanders area and concludes in Farragut, TN. Fort Dickerson By late in 1863, the Union army had turned Knoxville into one of the most fortified cities in the country. Chief Engineer Capt. (later Gen.) Orlando M. Poe used civilians and slaves to assist his 300-man engineering battalion, while Union Gen. Ambrose E. Burnside marched south to block Confederate Gen. James Longstreet’s approach. On returning, Burnside’s men joined in the digging and surrounded the city with 16 forts and batteries, miles of earthworks, and two dams to flood the area just north of Knoxville. 3000 Fort Dickerson Rd., Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37919 • Map It Fort Sanders In mid-November 1863, Union Gen. Ambrose E. Burnside’s army was frantically digging earthworks to defend Knoxville from the approaching Confederate army under Gen. James Longstreet. This ridge overlooked the route of the Confederate advance along Kingston Road. The Confederates had begun a fortification named Fort Loudon before evacuating the city the previous August. Redeemer Church of Knoxville, 1642 Highland Ave., Knoxville, TN 37916 • Map It Old Gray Cemetery Since the Civil War, the thirteen-acre Old Gray Cemetery has been the final resting place for Union and Confederate veterans. During the conflict, control of Knoxville shifted from Confederate to Union forces, so it is appropriate that both sides are represented here. The cemetery was established in 1850 and reflects the Rural Cemetery Movement that swept the urban South in the decade before the war. There are no political divisions within Old Gray. Tennessee’s Reconstruction era governor William G. “Parson” Brownlow (1805–77) lies buried just across the way from Henry M. Ashby (1836–68), one of the Confederacy’s youngest colonels. Corner of 17th Street and Highland Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37916 • Map It Bleak House Bleak House, the home of Robert Houston Armstrong and Louisa Franklin Armstrong, is an Italianate-style mansion completed in 1858. During the Siege and Battle of Knoxville, November 17–December 4, 1863, the house was Confederate Gen. James Longstreet’s headquarters. A sharpshooter unit, “The Elite Twenty,” occupied the house’s second-floor east-facing windows, as well as the tower. They were armed with British Whitworth rifles, accurate to about 1,500 yards. 3148 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 • Map It Campbell’s Station The fighting along the Kingston Turnpike in front of you here at Campbell’s Station on a cold, rainy, and miserable November 16, 1863, helped to set the stage for the decisive Battle of Knoxville. Confederate Gen. James Longstreet’s corps had been moving north from Chattanooga to recapture Knoxville from Union Gen. Ambrose Burnside and establish a base in East Tennessee. Knoxville was a vital strongpoint for both armies because it was where supplies for the Confederacy arrived by rail from Virginia. 11408 Municipal Center Dr, Farragut, TN 37934 • Map It Source: www.tn.gov

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Divided loyalties: The Civil War in Knoxville

Susan Espiritu February 27, 2024 Downtown

According to Visit Knoxville, one can get a vivid picture of East Tennessee’s divided loyalties through the Knoxville’s Divided Loyalties Civil War Tour .

A self-guided driving tour will offer a look into the turbulent years of conflict with 15 stops including the Museum of East Tennessee History, plus historic homes, cemeteries, forts and museums.

Stop by the Knoxville Visitors Center at 301 S. Gay Street for a brochure.

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Civil War Walking Tour

It's the 150th anniversary year of the siege of Knoxville, one of the most sharply divided cities during the civil war. Occupied by both sides with recruiting offices set up on Gay Street on the same day, Knoxville was home to spies, street fights, and family feuds that outlasted the war.

Visit the downtown sites and then get an overview of the battles and fortifications from the observation deck of the Sunsphere.

Highlights:

• The Occupation
• The Battle of Ft Sanders
• Divided families, betrayals, miracle shots, and more
• ~90 minutes
• Meet in front of The French Market, 526 S. Gay Street
• Reservations required (book tickets below or call 865-309-4522)

- Adults: $15 - Children 6-12: $10 - Group rates available

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The 11 best Civil War Sites to Visit in Tennessee

April 2, 2021

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There’s no doubt that Volunteer State is one of the most historically rich states in the US, and the majority of this history is invested in the Civil War.

Having witnessed countless wars, the land now holds spine-chilling and beautiful stories of the past. Want to get a taste of these stories firsthand? Then keep scrolling! For we’ve added the top 11 best Civil War sites, you totally need to check out!

The Top 11 Best Civil War Sites To Visit in Tennessee

Are you ready to visualize these fascinating civil war sites in Tennessee with us? Let’s jump right in!

• Shiloh National Military Park- Shiloh, Tennessee 

Situated in Jackson, the west of Tennessee, this 4,000-acre military park is the largest battle in the Civil War’s Mississippi Valley Campaign, Shiloh, and what it cost both sides.

At least 109,784 men were a part of this terrible fight starting from April 6 and 7, 1862. Here 23,746 of all men were either killed, injured, or never found as the battle came to an end with the Union winning. This battlefield triggered another struggle in Corinth, which was a bustling railroad junction for the South. Another battle took place, leading to what we see today.

Today the park preserves and presents both Shiloh and Corinth battlefields alongside the Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center and self-guided auto tours. Moreover, you can see impressive sites like the Shiloh National Cemetery, park films like ‘Fiery Trial,’ and even the Indian Mounds Site.

• Chickamauga And Chattanooga National Military Park- Georgia, Tennessee 

Are you someone who prefers to watch theater? Then, the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is the way to go!

This park commemorates the South’s last major victory occurring in September of 1863. In November of the same year, the Union forces had grown more powerful and were in control of the whole 9,000 acres that is Chattanooga.

Present-day, you can climb the vast heights of Lookout Mountain to see miles and miles of land, bearing the testimony of both the armies during the campaign for Chattanooga.

Not only this, but you can enjoy the interpretation of this epic campaign through the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Centre, the Point Park, Moccasin Bend, and Missionary Ridge. Plus, trust us, the beautiful and massive paintings were done by James Walkers, portraying the struggles during the war are worth the visit!

• Lotz House Civil War Museum- Franklin, Tennessee 

Present exactly in the middle of Tennessee in Franklin, south of Nashville, the Lotz House Civil War Museum is another must-visit place.

This museum honors the vast area where the 1864 Battle of Franklin took place. During this, the Lotz family became partners with the Carter’s, resulting in one of the most devastating Civil War battles.

The house was built in 1858, found from the US National Register of Historic Places. Today, if you visit the house, you easily spot places where cannonballs tore through from and the bloodstains of injured soldiers when it served as a field hospital.

If you’re someone who particularly enjoys historical landmarks, you need to go here!

• Dickson- Williams Mansion- Greenville, Tennessee

Placed in Greenville, Tennessee, this Federal-style mansion offers a fascinating story about a family.

What’s that? Here lived a daughter married to a former US congressman. Her two sons were Confederate soldiers, while the third was a Union soldier. Constructed in 1821, this house was a bone of contention between both parties during the Civil War.

Learn more about the Dickson-Williams Mansion by visiting it personally!

• Historic Travellers Rest Plantation And Museum- Nashville, Tennessee 

Historic Travellers Rest Plantation And Museum is the oldest house museum open to the general public in Nashville!

Built back in 1799, the plantation served both parties. First, it stood strong on the ground as Union troops camped on the property. Later, it acted as the Confederate headquarters to General John Bell Hood two weeks before the Battle of Nashvillebroke out.

What’s more? John Overton, the owner of Travellers Rest, fled away when a bounty of $5,000 was placed on him due to his refusal to swear an oath to the Union. Later in 1862, he returned with the Confederates’ arrival at Travellers Rest.

Visit the Historic Travellers Rest Plantation And Museum to trace both parties’ steps and learn the history of the building itself!

• Fort Pillow State Historic Site- Henning, Tennessee  

Originally built back in 1861 by Confederate troops and named after the General Gideon J.Pillow of Maury County, this fort is present on Tennessee’s western edge.

Rich in historical and archaeological significance, the steep bluffs of this site overlook the magnificent Mississippi River. Due to this, it was a strategic location during the Civil War.

However, in 1862, this place was abandoned because of the Union Navy’s advancement. Later in 1971, this became a state park and is famous because of its reconstructed inner fort.

That’s not all! The park even showcases Civil War artifacts like a cannon, interpretive displays, a 12-minute video on the 1864 battle, and tours. So, what are you waiting for? Browse the area where confederate troops used to walk.

• Mabry-Hazen House- Knoxville, Tennessee  

Another house rich with Civil War history, namely Mabry-Hazen House, is also part of the US National Register of Historic Places.

In the year 1858, a beautiful mansion was constructed in the city of Knoxville, Tennessee, housing one family for three generations before Civil War broke out. Not only was the house brilliantly designed, but it also offered a captivating sight of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains and Tennessee River.

It was under the administration of both the armies, which means you can find a wide collection of authentic artifacts as part of the exhibit. Take a tour from Monday to Friday (11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) or on Saturday at 3:00 p.m.

• Carnton Plantation- Franklin, Tennessee 

We all know that the Battle of Franklin was one of the deadliest Civil Wars recorded in history.

On November 30, 1864, this Battle moved across the fields south of town, taking along with them the lives of thousands. The private home built here after dealing with the savagery of the Civil War became a battlefield.

Here about 9,500 soldiers were killed, wounded, captured, or missing. Even today, you can see the scars of the battle on the second floor. We totally recommend you take the time out of your visiting schedule to head over to Carnton Plantation.

• Stones River National Battlefield- Murfreesboro

There’s no way your list would be complete without the Stones River National Battlefield.

Set along the Stones River in Tennessee’s center, the Stones River National Battlefield commemorates the 3,000 dead and 16,000 wounded men from the battle.

This 570 acres of land allows you to gain a first-person experience of the battles. Here at the Stones River National Battlefield, you can enjoy an insightful film about the battle or browse in the bookstore.

Established in 1927, the park now features about seven miles of trails located throughout the park matched with signs and cannons, giving the visitors a glimpse of the mast. Moreover, you can visit the Stones River National Cemetery to see the estimated 6,100 buried Union soldiers or cycle on the Murfreesboro Greenway System. Pretty cool, right?

• Fort Granger- Franklin, Tennessee 

Built back in 1862, Fort Granger used to be an artillery position during the Civil War. It is known as Franklin City Park, open to the public to offer them a real taste of the Civil War bases.

This historical destination is in the middle of Tennessee and still contains all the trenches that Civil War soldiers dug up. The 20 acres of land was a major part of the Battle of Franklin. Furthermore, it was included in the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.

If you really want to enjoy visiting Civil War sites, Fort Granger should be somewhere on the top of your list. The unique scenery offered here is sure to leave you awed!

• Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area- Middle Tennessee 

Another absolute must-visit is the Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area. This amazing and fascinating site allows you to get a sneak peek at the history and nostalgia.

Here in central Tennessee, Murfreesboro, you learn a lot more about the ‘whole story of America’s greatest challenges.’The best part? When you visit the Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area, you can go over to the Civil War Sesquicentennial, the Tennessee Civil War Trails, and The Tennessee River Corridor.

Are you making a list? Make sure to write this down for an unforgettable experience!

Civil War Tennessee – Self-Guided Tour Maps

Download Tennessee Trails Map (revised October 2012) Tennessee Civil War Trails Map [pdf 715K]

One look at a map should tell you how important Tennessee was during the Civil War. The state lay like a protective blanket over the Deep South. Any invasion of Georgia, Alabama or Mississippi certainly would have to come through Tennessee.

But the state proved impossible for the Confederates to defend. Its rivers, the Cumberland, Tennessee and Mississippi, proved to be avenues of invasion and, by the early spring of 1862, the main Southern army was forced completely out of the state, camping at Corinth, Miss. An attempt to strike a blow at the Union “invaders” failed at the bloody battle at Shiloh in April, leaving great hunks of the state under Federal control.

But the lengthy supply lines necessary to continue conquering the rest Tennessee and the deep south gave Confederate raiders, famed Nathan B. Forrest and John H. Morgan among them, an opportunity to wreak havoc on railroads and river shipping behind Union lines.

Despite these distractions, the Union hold on the state tightened after the critically important rail junction at Chattanooga finally fell under Federal control in November 1863. That opened the door to Atlanta and eventually “to the sea” for William T. Sherman .

But Tennessee wasn’t quite done with Confederates yet. Bold but reckless Confederate Gen. John B. Hood marched back into the state after he lost Atlanta in September 1864 and headed for Nashville. It was a near thing sometimes, but Hood’s army was defeated and broken by the end of 1864.

Dozens of Tennessee Civil War battlefields and sites have become parks and museums in the years since the war. Civil War self-guided tour maps have been produced sending visitors into cities and though the beautiful Tennessee countryside.

Be sure to ask for a great tour guide to “A Path Divided,” Tennessee’s Civil War Heritage Trail. It’s free and available at most state visitor centers. Download or view a copy online (click on “Path Divided”).

Explore Civil War Tennessee:

• East Tennessee • Knoxville • Chattanooga

Middle Tennessee

• Hood’s 1864 Campaign • Fort Donelson and Dover • Murfreesboro

Western Tennessee

• Memphis • Shiloh

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Visiting Tennessee means you aren’t just learning about  Civil War history  — you’re experiencing it. Battlegrounds, relics and reenactments are waiting all over the state, ready to teach you something new.  

Whether you’re exploring multiple cities on a road trip or spending some time in one city, Civil War history is an important part of the state you won’t want to miss. Browse locations below by region to start planning your trip.

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