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Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center

123 Cromwell Drive, Townsend, TN 37882
865-448-0044
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Ranked #6 of 17 attractions in Townsend
Type: Museums
Owner description: A nonprofit organization formed to preserve and present the heritage of the East Tennessee region. The mission of the Great Smoky Mountain... more » Owner description: A nonprofit organization formed to preserve and present the heritage of the East Tennessee region. The mission of the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center is to preserve, protect and promote the unique history and rich culture of the residents and Native Americans who inhabited the East Tennessee mountain communities that were incorporated into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and its surroundings. The Heritage Center is located on a five acre site along state highway 73 in Townsend, Tennessee. « less
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Townsend, Tennessee
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51 reviews 51 reviews
20 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

This museum is not large but full of information about Townsend and the Smokies. Focus is on the early pioneer days and is truly enjoyable. There are at times of the year so good concerts, etc that are very good and affordable. This is a fairly new attraction to Townsend and a very welcome addition.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

They started Friday night concerts and they are good. They have a very beautiful amphitheater. Five doolars for a seat bring your own lawn chair.

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Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

This place provides lots of good information about Cades Cove. There's a film you can watch and then a seft guided tour you can wander through at your own pace. It's a nice place to go before you venture into the park. Be sure to go into the Transportation Museum, there's tables of brain teasers which kept my geeks busy... More

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Mtarheel12, Manager at Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, responded to this review
April 9, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write this review! I'm so glad that you had a great experience at the Heritage Center. I hope you come back soon! More

Anderson, South Carolina
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

This museum has a larger amount to see and do. During the year they had activities for members and (non-members for a fee). We enjoyed the music festival they had last summer.

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Mtarheel12, Manager at Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, responded to this review
April 9, 2013

Thank you for your great review! We hope to see you at our concerts this year. Our concert season starts this Friday! Keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for our upcoming events! More

Townsend, Tennessee
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22 reviews 22 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

The staff was very kind and helpful. Plenty of room to look around to browse and shop. They made you feel like family.

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Mtarheel12, Manager at Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, responded to this review
March 21, 2013

Thank you so much for visiting us this month! We hope that every person who comes to the Heritage Center also feels like family! Come back to see us soon. Check our website and Facebook page for information on our upcoming events! More

Knoxville, Tennessee
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21 attraction reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

This is another wonder history lesson just waiting your for to experience! You will see how life was over a hundred years ago and appreciate the hard work that went into everyday life.

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Mtarheel12, Manager at Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, responded to this review
March 21, 2013

Thank you so much for visiting us and for reviewing our site! We work hard to make everyone's visit memorable. Please come back to see us soon! Check out our website and Facebook page for exciting upcoming events! More

Townsend, Tennessee
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4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2013

This Center is one of the most informative historical centers I've ever visited...The staff is wonderful and the information was very interesting. It tells of the past and almost forgotten heritage of the area and one feels like actually being "there"...

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Mtarheel12, Manager at Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, responded to this review
February 25, 2013

Thank you for your feedback! We hope you come back to see us soon! More

Dallas, Texas
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

The Heritage Center is a nice little museum for anyone interested in the history of life in the Smoky Mountains. The museum has some preserved structures outside that form a little "village" of sorts and provide a window into old mountain life. The indoor museum is small and takes a "mile wide and an inch deep" approach. There are some... More

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Mtarheel12, Manager at Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, responded to this review
February 25, 2013

Thank you so much for taking your time to review our site! The history of our area is so big and we have so much to tell. We are glad you took time to see our exhibits and the village! Please come back, we are always working to better our museum. Thank you again for your feedback! More

Walland, Tennessee
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

The Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center is very fittingly nestled in the foothills of the Smokies. The museum diplicks everyday life in these mountains at the turn of the century, and offers educational lectures on a variety of subjects. A very relaxing tour!

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Flatwoods, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2013

Chilly misty day and decided to visit Wonderful history presentation with some very unique gifts in the gift shop. The biggest surprise was the preserved barns, homes, church, and necessary room out back. Don't drive past without stopping and enjoying some of the most unique presentations I have ever seen.

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