Greeneville Attractions
Greeneville (pop. 15,000) was the capital of the state of Franklin from 1785 to 1788. The town was incorporated by the State of Tennessee in 1817 and named for Revolutionary War General Nathanael Greene.
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
The Andrew Johnson National Historic Site is dedicated to the memory and work of Andrew Johnson the 17th President of the United States. Johnson's home from 1830s to 1851 with rooms open to the public are located on the grounds and the national cemetery where he was buried.
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
Andrew Johnson NHS, 121 Monument Avenue
Greeneville, TN 37744-1088
United States
Andrew Johnson NHS, 121 Monument Avenue
Greeneville, TN 37744-1088
United States
Phone 1 (423) 639-3711
Fax 1 (423) 798-0754
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Doak House Museum
The Doak House Museum in Greeneville is a part of Tusculum College, the oldest college in the state of Tennessee. The museum exhibits the original Doak House, college-related artifacts, Doak family artifacts (1830-1860), and educational and religious artifacts.
Nathanael Greene Museum
The Nathanael Greene Museum in Greeneville was named for Nathanael Greene, a Revolutionary War general. The museum features historical documents and items associated with President Andrew Johnson and Confederate general John Hunt Morgan. Other exhibits are the Cherokee Gallery, a military exhibit and antique furnishings.
