MCMINN COUNTY LIVING HERITAGE MUSEUM

ATHENS, TN

McMinn County Living Heritage Museum is a historical museum located in Athens, Tennessee. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the people and communities of McMinn County. The museum was founded in 1999 and is housed in the historic Athens City Hall building.

The museum features a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that showcase the rich history of the region. The exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including Native American history, the Civil War, local industry, agriculture, and more. The museum also includes a gift shop that offers a selection of local crafts and souvenirs.

One of the highlights of the museum is the restored courtroom on the second floor, which is a replica of the courtroom where the famous Tennessee trial of the Scopes Monkey Trial took place in 1925. The courtroom features interactive displays and exhibits that explore the trial and its impact on American culture and education.

The museum also hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities for visitors of all ages. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday and admission is free.

MCMINN COUNTY LIVING HERITAGE MUSEUM is a History Museum in ATHENS TN. US MID #8404700292

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). 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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 187,924 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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Contact MCMINN COUNTY LIVING HERITAGE MUSEUM

• telephone: 4237450329
• website: http://www.livingheritagemuseum.com

MCMINN COUNTY LIVING HERITAGE MUSEUM INC
PO BOX 889
ATHENS
TN
37371-0889

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