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Join us on Thursday evening throughout the summer and fall for grand historical presentations honoring America's 250th birthday!

Everyone loves to learn about our history, and what better year than when our country is celebrating 250 years of freedom? At the Lenoir Museum this summer and fall, join us on Thursday evenings at 6:30 PM for guest speakers presenting various historical topics.

Below are the current scheduled speakers and dates:

July 9th- "Great Oaks from Little Acorns”- The CCC Shaping American Conservation: Park Ranger Trent Ellen

July 16th- "America's First War: The Military History of the Declaration of Independence" : Dr. Chris Magra, Professor of Early American History at UT-Knoxville

July 30th- Tennessee History From East to West: Historian Jimmy Ogle

August 6th- The Civil War in Tennessee: Historian Josh Anderson

August 13th- The Coal Creek Wars- The Impact of a Rebellion: Historian Barry Thacker

September 10th- Appalachian Broom Weaving: Michele Disney

September 24th- Appalachian Legends & Ghost Stories: Terry Shaw of Howling Hills Publishing

We will be adding more speakers as the dates get closer, so check back here for the updated list.

Each presentation begins at 6:30 PM at the Lenoir Museum and will be indoors. Light refreshments will be available.

Registration is not required, but it lets us have a headcount and is appreciated! Upon registering, you have the option to add a donation to the park. 100% of your donations stay at Norris Dam State Park and go toward funding programs like this one, and other park projects. Please consider donating to YOUR state park!

See you there!