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The Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area tells the whole story of America's greatest challenge, 1860-1875: the powerful stories of vicious warfare, the demands of the homefront and occupation, the freedom of emancipation, and the enduring legacies of Reconstruction.
We provide leadership and support to organizations across Tennessee, creating opportunities for education, interpretation, preservation, and economic development.
Leveraging federal, state, local and private funding, we empower communities and individuals to serve as good stewards of their historic places and stories. Professional Services and Outreach helps property owners and organizations develop heritage programs and projects. Through Collaborative Partnerships, organizations, local governments, and non-profits can apply for 50/50 matching funds for projects including interpretive tours, exhibits, educational materials, and preservation planning. For a copy of the application and instructions, click here.
Civil War Sesquicentennial
The Heritage Area serves on the Tennessee Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission, which plans events, educational opportunities, and heritage tourism opportunities for the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War. For more information on how to participate as well as the next signature event in Knoxville in May 2015, visit www.tncivilwar150.com. To read Dr. Van West's remarks from the most recent signature event in Franklin, click here. Tennessee Civil War Trails
The Heritage Area partners with the Tennessee Departments of Tourist Development and Transportation to implement the statewide Tennessee Civil War Trails marker and signage program. To follow the Trail, visit
Tennessee Civil War 150 Series
Nashville Public Television and the Renaissance Center have created a number of documentaries that explore life in Tennessee during the Civil War. These award winning documentaries focus on a number of topics, including music, religion, the role of women, the experiences of African-Americans, and railways. To watch these documentaries, visit http://www.nptinternal.org/productions/civilwar/home/. |
One of our fellow National Heritage Areas, the Illinois and Michigan Canal NHA, turns 30 on August 24!
National Heritage Area designation was conceived by community and National Park Service leaders looking for a new approach to conserve and develop the historic Illinois and Michigan. The National Heritage Areas approach was ground-breaking. Continued interest in the NHA approach is a testament to the benefits of community-driven, landscape-scale preservation, conservation, and development.
According to an NPS/ANHA 2013 economic impact report, the 49 NHAs contribute $12.9 Billion to the U.S. Economy annually, primarily through increased visitation and tourism. Funds are used to carry out diverse preservation, conservation, recreation and education projects.
Join the national celebration on the NPS Heritage & Historic Preservation Facebook and Twitter sites - www.facebook.com/HHPreservItNPS and https://twitter.com/HHPreservItNPS. For more information on National Heritage Areas, including an interactive map and economic impact data, visit http://www.nps.gov/heritageareas/.
WHAT'S NEW
2014 Tennessee Civil War Sesquicentennial Signature Event
Make plans to attend the 2014 Tennessee Civil War Sesquicentennial Signature Event in Franklin this November. Read More
Two Tennessee Civil War Battlefields recognized
USA Today ranked two Tennessee Civil War battlefields as part of their top battlefields to visit. Read More
Out of the Shadows: Creating the Shades of Gray & Blue Digital Collection
"Out of the Shadows: Creating the Shades of Gray and Blue Digital Collection" is a blog post by Susan Knowles of the Center for Historic Preservation. Read More
More Franklin Battlefield Land Reclaimed
Preservationists in Franklin, Tennessee signed a deal on May 27, 2014 to acquire 1.6 acres more of prime battlefield land associated with the Battle of Franklin. Read More
Tales, Trails, and Tourism: Discover Tennessee's Civil War History
Rachael Finch of the Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area recently had a blog post featured on the Center for Historic Preservation's blog, Southern Rambles. Read More
Gov. Haslam Appoints Heritage Area Director Van West As State Historian
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced the appointment of Dr. Carroll Van West as state historian. West replaces the late Walter T. Durham, who served 11 years in the honorary position. Read More
Civil War Trust Economic Impact Study Highlights Benefits of Battlefield Preservation
The Civil War Trust's recent Economic Impact Study highlights the economic and tourism benefits of battlefield preservation. Read MorePlowshares and Swords
Watch this clip of a Community Heritage lecture by Caneta Hankins, former Assistant Director of the Center for Historic Preservation, as she discusses Plowshares and Swords: Tennessee Farm Families Tell Civil War Stories. Ms. Hankins delivered this lecture at the Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County on November 6, 2013. Read More
Watch Mr. Lincoln, as portrayed by Dennis Boggs, deliver the Gettysburg Address at the Heritage Center
Mr. Lincoln, as portrayed by Dennis Boggs, visited the Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County to deliver the Gettysburg Address on the 150th anniversary of this timeless speech. Open the article below to learn more and listen to the Address. Read More
The Tennessee Civil War 150 App Available Free on Itunes
A project in partnership with the Tennessee Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission, the Tennessee Civil War 150 Iphone app is now available on Itunes. The highly popular app, launched in April, has received excellent reviews. Read More
