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Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site, Johnson City, TN

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Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site

A Johnson City historic site with a house begun in 1784 and grounds that trace Northeast Tennessee's frontier and family past.

2620 South Roan Street, Johnson City, Tennessee 37601 · Johnson City, TN

About Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site

This state historic site preserves a homestead in Northeast Tennessee where several local families lived over generations. Its 45 acres hold eleven historic buildings, a family cemetery, a limestone cave, a natural spring, an old buffalo trail, and a nature trail. The Penny McLaughlin Education and Museum Center offers an exhibit, a short introductory film, a gift shop, classrooms, a library, and archives. Colonel John Tipton started the property in 1784, and later owners, including the Haynes and Simerly families, expanded and used it. Guided and self-guided tours are available during set weekday and Saturday hours.

  • #state historic site
  • #frontier history
  • #Northeast Tennessee
  • #house museum
  • #family cemetery

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