CUMBERLAND HOMESTEADS TOWER ASSOCIATION, INC.

CROSSVILLE, TN

Credit: Old Shoe Woman

Cumberland Homesteads Tower Association, Inc. (CHTA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Crossville, Tennessee. The organization was established in 1935 by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to preserve and protect the historic Cumberland Homesteads Tower, the tallest man-made structure in the state of Tennessee. CHTA works towards the development of the tower and its surrounding area, with the aim of educating and inspiring future generations about the history, culture and natural beauty of the Cumberland Homesteads.

CHTA is committed to preserving and promoting the natural beauty of the Cumberland Homesteads Tower and its surrounding area. This includes preserving the historical and cultural elements of the area, as well as promoting and improving recreational activities for visitors and locals alike. The organization offers guided tours of the tower and its grounds, as well as educational programs for students and visitors.

CHTA is also actively involved in the preservation of the Cumberland Plateau, a major part of the Cumberland Homesteads area. The organization works with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and the United States Department of Agriculture to protect and conserve the area's natural resources.

CHTA also works with local businesses, organizations, and individuals to provide economic opportunities to the area. In addition, the organization works with schools and other educational institutions to foster educational opportunities for the community.

Through its commitment to preserving and promoting the natural beauty and history of the Cumberland Homesteads Tower and its surrounding area, CHTA is dedicated to making the area an attractive and enjoyable place to live, work, and visit.

CUMBERLAND HOMESTEADS TOWER ASSOCIATION, INC. is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CROSSVILLE TN. US MID #8404700102

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Cumberland Mountain State Park Bridge (Cumberland County, Tennessee) Historic arch bridge and dam in Cumberland Mountain State Park near Crossville in Cumberland County, Tennessee. The concrete and masonry bridge and dam was built by the New Deal Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) between 1935 and 1940 to create Byrd's Lake. The 317.5 feet long dam was faced with local Crab Orchard Stone and contains seven 15-foot arches on the upstream side. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 as a contributing resource to the Cumberland Homesteads Historic District (NRHP District No. 88001593).
Cumberland Mountain State Park Bridge (Cumberland County, Tennessee) Historic arch bridge and dam in Cumberland Mountain State Park near Crossville in Cumberland County, Tennessee. The concrete and masonry bridge and dam was built by the New Deal Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) between 1935 and 1940 to create Byrd's Lake. The 317.5 feet long dam was faced with local Crab Orchard Stone and contains seven 15-foot arches on the upstream side. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 as a contributing resource to the Cumberland Homesteads Historic District (NRHP District No. 88001593).
Cumberland Mountain State Park Bridge (Cumberland County, Tennessee) Historic arch bridge and dam in Cumberland Mountain State Park near Crossville in Cumberland County, Tennessee. The concrete and masonry bridge and dam was built by the New Deal Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) between 1935 and 1940 to create Byrd's Lake. The 317.5 feet long dam was faced with local Crab Orchard Stone and contains seven 15-foot arches on the upstream side. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 as a contributing resource to the Cumberland Homesteads Historic District (NRHP District No. 88001593).
Old Bellview School (Bledsoe County, Tennessee) Historic 1928 Bellview School in Bledsoe County, Tennessee. A partition was added in 1941 to convert the one-room school into a two-room school. It was used as a school until 1964. The old Bellview School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 (NRHP No. 99000279).
Old Bellview School (Bledsoe County, Tennessee) Historic 1928 Bellview School in Bledsoe County, Tennessee. A partition was added in 1941 to convert the one-room school into a two-room school. It was used as a school until 1964. The old Bellview School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 (NRHP No. 99000279).
Old Bellview School (Bledsoe County, Tennessee) Historic 1928 Bellview School in Bledsoe County, Tennessee. A partition was added in 1941 to convert the one-room school into a two-room school. It was used as a school until 1964. The old Bellview School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 (NRHP No. 99000279).
Cumberland County Courthouse (Crossville, Tennessee) Historic Cumberland County Courthouse in Crossville, Tennessee. The Beaux Arts style building was constructed with Bedford limestone in 1905-06. It replaced the <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/cmhpictures/53260944839/in/photostream/">county’s second courthouse</a> which burned in 1905. Both this 1906 courthouse and the old 1887 courthouse were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 (NRHP No. 80003783 as the Cumberland County Courthouses).
Cumberland County Courthouse (Crossville, Tennessee) Historic Cumberland County Courthouse in Crossville, Tennessee. The Beaux Arts style building was constructed with Bedford limestone in 1905-06. It replaced the <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/cmhpictures/53260944839/in/photostream/">county’s second courthouse</a> which burned in 1905. Both this 1906 courthouse and the old 1887 courthouse were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 (NRHP No. 80003783 as the Cumberland County Courthouses).

Contact CUMBERLAND HOMESTEADS TOWER ASSOCIATION, INC.

CUMBERLAND HOMESTEADS TOWER ASSOCIATION, INC.
ROUTE 12, BOX 96C
CROSSVILLE
TN
38555-9102

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CUMBERLAND HOMESTEADS TOWER ASSOCIATION, INC. Information

MID # 8404700102
Name CUMBERLAND HOMESTEADS TOWER ASSOCIATION, INC.
Alternate Name CUMBERLAND HOMESTEADS TOWER ASSOCIATION, INC.
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 35.939033, -85.018521
CODES FIPS State Code: 47
FIPS County Code: 035
US Census Tract: 970501
US Census Block: 2037