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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park

1651 West Elk Ave, Elizabethton, Tennessee 37643 USA

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“Where our history comes to life!”

We often refer to Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area as the place where “Our Heritage Comes to Life,” and that it does!  With thanks to a host of volunteers who love to share our remarkable history, we are able to present educational family programs throughout the year. The Washington County Regiment of North Carolina Militia musters at the Shoals several months of the year.  They are responsible for many exceptional programs which include Old Christmas in January, the Carter Mansion Celebration in April, the Siege of Fort Watauga in May, their Independence Muster in late June, the Overmountain Victory Trail Celebration in September, the Harvest Celebration in November, and Christmas at the Carter Mansion in early December.In addition, militia members standby and are ready to provide educational programs to the host of school groups that visit Sycamore Shoals each year. The Watauga Valley Fife and Drum Corps, a premier organization, represents us at events throughout our region and beyond.   Their talents in reproducing historic 18th century fife and drum military commands and music is unprecedented. Friends of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area provides the primary support for Liberty! The Saga of Sycamore Shoals; Tennessee’s Official Outdoor Drama. Liberty” is performed the last three weekends of July, Thursday through Saturday, annually.  

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Amy R.

Really enjoyed coming here! The museum was closed unfortunately, but we still took the 1 mile round trip walk down to the shoals. We weren't able to visualize them due to the river being flooded... Read more

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De H.

My friends and I went there yesterday. Unfortunately we arrived 10 min before the museum closed for lunch. That was disappointing that the staff couldn't divide and conquer so that it could stay... Read more

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Meghann G.

I love this location! I remember coming here in kindergarten for a field trip and the actors for the re-enactments were so amazing! Because this made my childhood spark a love for our History... Read more

Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park

1651 West Elk Ave
Elizabethton, Tennessee
37643 USA
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  • Sun: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Mon - Sat: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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