Exhibits The Living Heritage Museum has thirty permanent exhibits that range from pioneer life, the Cherokee Nation, and military history.
Self-Guided Tours Individuals or groups may visit the Museum any date or time during operating hours. Brochures, including a map of Museum galleries and information about highlights of the Museum's exhibitions, are available at the front desk.
Families Families with children are always welcome at the Living Heritage Museum! We provide a safe, enriching environment that nurtures creativity, learning, play, and a lifelong appreciation for history.
Join us for Toddler Time! Program themes vary throughout the year but always relate to art or history. Activities may include a story, craft project, or tour of part of the Museum. These hour-long programs are great for toddlers and a parent, grandparent, or friend to play and explore the Museum's artifacts and to stimulate children's natural curiosity, imagination, and creativity.
Group Tours The Living Heritage Museum is a great way for schools, service organizations, travel groups, and large families to receive a personal introduction to the history of McMinn County and Southeast Tennessee. To schedule a guided tour, please contact us at least three weeks in advance. You may submit a reservation request online or fax a completed reservation request form to 423-745-0329.Call or email us for more information. We suggest that group reservation request forms provide at least two possible times and/or dates.
Educators From preschool age children to college students, learners of all ages find the Museum to be a rewarding experience for all educational initiatives. Teachers, learn more on how to schedule your Museum Education Experience today!
2011 Events Mark the Civil War's Sesquicentennial with special events, exhibits, and programming throughout 2011!
