Events

White Squirrel Festival Military & First Responders Program

White Squirrel Festival 206 W College St, Kenton, TN, United States

Join the White Squirrel Festival for an evening to celebrate our Military and area First Responders! We have a very special program and meal planned for the evening. We are forever grateful for those who have served our country, those who are currently in active service, and those who keep us safe daily! Click here […]

Cannon to Roar

Shiloh National Military Park 1055 Pittsburg Landing Road, Shiloh, TN, United States

Presented by the Shiloh cannon crew on Saturday, July 6, and Sunday, July 7, the firing of the park’s reproduction 6-pounder field piece will occur across the street from the park visitor center. The cannon firing demonstrations will take place on Saturday at 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 2:00 pm,and 3:30 pm, and on Sunday at […]

Indian Mounds Hike

Shiloh National Military Park 1055 Pittsburg Landing Road, Shiloh, TN, United States

Meet us at the Shiloh Indian Mounds National Historic Landmark parking area for a guided hike of the mounds with a Park Ranger. Click here for more information.

Shiloh National Military Park Celebrates the National Park Service’s 108th Birthday

Shiloh is pleased to announce a full day of activities in celebration of the National Park Service’s birthday, on August 24, 2024. The day will include a special ranger hike, a kids Junior Ranger camp, cannon firing demonstrations, tours of Shiloh National Cemetery, a Civil War era musicale and birthday cake! “The National Park Service […]

Shiloh National Military Park 108th Birthday Celebration

The hike will take place from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., as Ranger Timothy Arnold leads a two-hour hike entitled, “Fraley Field: the Bloody Battle Begins.” Follow in the steps of Colonel Everett Peabody's early morning patrol as they run into the Confederate skirmishers of the 3rd Mississippi Battalion in Fraley Field. Hikers will meet […]

Booming on the Battlefield

Shiloh National Military Park 1055 Pittsburg Landing Road, Shiloh, TN, United States

Join the Shiloh National Military Park on Labor Day weekend for two days of cannon firing demonstrations at Shiloh! The volunteer Confederate artillery detachment will be demonstrating the procedures, equipment, and ordnance used during the Civil War. The schedule will be as follows: Saturday, Aug. 31: 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm […]

65th Annual Coin Show

UT-TSU Extension - Madison County 309 North Pkwy, Jackson, TN, United States

The 65th annual coin show sponsored by the West Tennessee Collectors Club is scheduled for September 7-8, 2024.  This annual coin show is held each year the weekend following Labor Day.  U.S. and foreign coins, ancient coins, tokens, gold and silver, paper money, Confederate money, supplies for the collector, books, Civil War and other historic […]

2024 Northwest Tennessee Native American Educational Powwow

Discovery Park of America 830 Everett Boulevard, Union City, TN, United States

Our heritage park and museum will be the location of a four-day Native American Powwow to be held Thursday, Sept. 19 – Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The goal of this event is to provide a place for Indigenous people from tribes around the country to celebrate their culture while educating Discovery Park visitors on this […]

Remembering WWII

Perry County Courthouse 121 E Main St., Linden, TN, United States

On September 28, 2024, in Linden, TN, WWII history comes alive with two WWII reenactments, live 40’s music, veterans sharing their personal stories, & much more! WWII will come to life at this incredible, hands-on living history event. Experience two WWII re-enactments, a classic car display, an army encampment, live big band music, antiques vendors, […]

Casey Jones Village Festival 2024

Casey Jones Village 56 Casey Jones Lane, Jackson, TN, United States

Join us for the 3rd annual festival on Saturday, October 19th, from 10AM to 4PM! Enjoy a petting zoo, mini golf, kid's activities, arts and craft, live music, and more. Explore the Casey Jones Museum and the Art in The Village gallery while browsing local vendors!

Chickasaw Heritage Festival

Shiloh National Military Park 1055 Pittsburg Landing Road, Shiloh, TN, United States

Join the Shiloh National Military Park for the Chickasaw Heritage Festival at the Shiloh Indian Mounds. Enjoy cultural demonstrations, including stickball, dancing, and storytelling. The event is free and open to the public. For details, visit www.nps.gov/shil.

Veteran’s Day Commemoration at Jackson State Community College

Jackson State Community College 2046 N Parkway, Jackson, TN, United States

Join Jackson State Community College for a meaningful Veteran's Day event honoring our local veterans. The ceremony includes a military cake-cutting tradition, presentation of the Chancellor's Commendation for Military Veteran's Challenge Coin, and a performance by the JSCC Innovation Vocal Quarter. Attendees are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue to show support for our […]

Bemis Historical Society Meeting

Bemis Mill Village Museum 2 N Missouri St, Jackson, TN, TN, United States

The Bemis Historical Society invites the community, history enthusiast, and potential members to its monthly meeting! Kathy Haney Williams will honor World War II veterans through a special presentation. Attendees will enjoy a slideshow featuring 35 vintage scrapbooks from The Jackson Sun, packed with war stories, weddings, and milestones that bring Bemis' past to life! […]

2024 WTVC Salute to Veterans Military Ball

Madison Downs Venue 4506 Highway 45 North, Jackson, TN, United States

Celebrate and honor local veterans at the 2024 WTVC Salute to Veterans Military Ball. This event will feature a sit-down meal and a showcase of military traditions, including the Grog Bowl, toasts limericks, and a silent auction. The event is the primary fundraiser for the Veterans in Crisis Fund, supporting veterans in need. A night […]