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Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site

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2620 S. Roan St
Johnson City, TN 37601 United States Get Directions
Phone 423-926-3631
Website http://www.tipton-haynes.org/
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State of Franklin Battle

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

The annual commemoration of the State of Franklin and the 1788 battle will be held on Saturday, February 28, from 9am to 3pm. Visitors will learn of the failed state and the battle that was fought on the property of Colonel John Tipton. Local reenactors from the Overmountain Men of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park will be on the historic grounds for visitors to learn about the formation of the State of Franklin, late 1700s weapons demonstrations, and a recreation of the battle between neighbors. At 10am and 1pm, there will be a showing of The Mysterious Lost State of Franklin documentary. Highlighting the day will be a re-enactment at 2pm of the 238-year-old battle between the forces of Colonel...

Springtime in Haynesville: Civil War Encampment

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

The Department of East Tennessee (DET) will be invading Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site on Saturday, March 28. Have you ever wondered what camp life was like during the Civil War? Come and learn as reenactors from the DET camp, drill, march, and conduct weapons demonstrations. Visitors will be able to study how soldiers lived in camp, examine different types of uniforms, watch how soldiers drilled, hear the numerous commands of the officers, see the various weapons carried during the war, and so much more. Gates will be open to the public from 9am till 4pm. Infantry drill for the public, kids and adults, will also be offered. Bring a picnic and simply enjoy the day as you step back in...

Peddler’s Post Flea Market

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

The Tipton-Haynes Historical Association, Inc. will be hosting the Peddler’s Post vendor flea market on May 2. The day will center around the local artisan as they present their hard work and products. From 9am to 6pm the public can browse through the numerous and various merchant booths while several food trucks/vendors will be on site throughout the day. There will also be local historic based demonstrators showcasing their talents. There is no admission as we hope that you will help us contribute to and aid our local artisans and community. Donations to the Tipton-Haynes non-profit are welcomed and will go to help the site continue its mission values.

Tipton-Haynes Gala

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

Come and enjoy a fundraiser dinner for Tipton-Haynes. This dinner will be prepared by your Tipton-Haynes Board of Trustees and staff with a choice of beef spaghetti or chicken alfredo with a Caesar salad, grilled vegetables, garlic bread and a dessert. To follow dinner will be site tours and outdoor games. Registration will open February 14th for tickets. Please contact the site at 423-926-3631 for more information after the 14th. Tickets will be $35 per plate.

Summers Past History Program

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

Participants ages 6-14 can learn about their local history through historic-based crafts, games, music, storytelling, & nature with this immersive summer program for kids. The first week will center around the site’s Native American history, the second week will focus on the Revolutionary War and Colonel John Tipton, the third week will center on the Civil War and Landon Carter Haynes, and the fourth week will cover the Simerly family of the early 1900s. Each week is limited to 25 participants. Each week, all campers will have the chance to play various games and work on various craft-based activities that relate to the week’s historic time period. Campers will also get hands-on experience with original and replica artifacts. The ever-popular...

Sorghum Festival and Breakfast

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

The Sorghum Festival will allow visitors to have the opportunity to observe sorghum cane being processed into molasses using a mule-powered mill. During the morning hours, Maggie the mule will be out turning the cast iron rollers squeezing out the delectable juices to be boiled down into molasses. Just to watch Maggie work is worth a visit to the site! Come early as the sorghum crew will be crushing the sorghum cane and boiling the sweet juices throughout the morning and into the early afternoon hours. The sorghum breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. will feature biscuits with gravy or sorghum, sausage, bacon, eggs, oatmeal, grits, and drinks. Here is the chance to try sorghum molasses on a biscuit!...

Stories from the Pumpkin Patch

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

The Stories from the Pumpkin Patch will feature several storytellers from the Jonesborough International Story Tellers Guild. These storytellers will be telling tales of old folk lore, Fall time stories, and good family fables. During the daylight hours, various Fall and Halloween crafts will be available for kids. There will be various Halloween themed face paintings at $2 for children of all ages. If you dare, visitors can explore the site’s ancient and spooky cave. A hayride around the site will be provided by Johnson City Kubota. Hot apple cider will be heated to perfection and served out of the mid-nineteenth century George Haynes cabin. The Tipton-Haynes house will be open for visitors to leisurely stroll through the historic halls...

Visions of Christmas

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

You are invited to be our guest as the site begins the celebration of the holiday season. Experience what it was like for the various families that lived at Tipton-Haynes during the Eighteenth through Twentieth Centuries. Come see the glow of oil lamps and the smell of holiday greenery that will adorn the historic house. Reenactors and volunteers will be in period clothing to recreate the atmosphere of the excitement leading up to Christmas and teach about the different traditions of the holiday season. Enjoy family fun as holiday snacks and drinks will be prepared over the open hearth in the cabin. Please contact the site at 423-926-3631 to make a reservation for the Christmas candlelight tour or for more...

Visions of Christmas – Dinner & Tour

Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 S. Roan St, Johnson City, TN, United States

You are invited to be our guest as the site begins the celebration of the holiday season with this exclusive dinner and tour. Enjoy a formal catered dinner before experiencing what it was like for the various families that lived at Tipton-Haynes during the Eighteenth through Twentieth Centuries. See the glow of oil lamps and the smell of holiday greenery that will adorn the historic house after dinner with a personalized tour of the Tipton-Haynes home. Reenactors and volunteers will be in period clothing to recreate the atmosphere of the excitement leading up to Christmas and teach about the different traditions of the holiday season. Enjoy family fun as holiday snacks and drinks will be prepared over the open hearth...