Programs & Events
Love history and want to learn more? Explore a variety of historical topics as authors, scholars, and local historians present the latest research and books, as well as new looks at old subjects. Lectures are open to the public and are free of charge unless otherwise stated.
Little History Lessons: Market Square
It's never too early for some Little History Lessons. During each session, caregivers and kids will learn about history through […]
Bacon: The History of the Nation’s Most (Un)Desirable Food
How has bacon overcome centuries of religious prohibition, cultural contempt, and dietary advice to become a twenty-first-century culinary and cultural […]
Biscuits & Bubbly 2026
The East Tennessee Historical Society is proud to honor Jack Neely with the Spirit of East Tennessee award. VIP Party […]
Little History Lessons: Stereoscopes
It's never too early for some Little History Lessons. During each session, caregivers and kids will learn about history through […]
2026 Annual Meeting of the Membership and Awards of Excellence
Join us for the 2026 Awards of Excellence program as we celebrate achievements and projects from the East Tennessee history community. A […]
Washington County Archives: What We Have & What We Do
Learn about the rich history preserved in Tennessee’s oldest county, Washington County. This program highlights the county’s remarkable archival holdings, […]
The History Parlor
Step into The History Parlor for a conversation about history with East Tennessee History Center team members! The format is […]
Little History Lessons: Mining
It's never too early for some Little History Lessons. During each session, caregivers and kids will learn about history through […]
The History Parlor
Step into The History Parlor for a conversation about history with East Tennessee History Center team members! The format is […]
Little History Lessons: Electricity-Before & After
It's never too early for some Little History Lessons. During each session, caregivers and kids will learn about history through […]
The History Parlor
Step into The History Parlor for a conversation about history with East Tennessee History Center team members! The format is […]
The History Parlor
Step into The History Parlor for a conversation about history with East Tennessee History Center team members! The format is […]