Cookeville History Museum

Open Tuesday – Saturday
10:00 am till 4:00 pm

Free Admission

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Cookeville History Museum

The museum houses a self-paced, permanent exhibit on the history of this community, including a timeline around the building that begins with the first people to the area and ends with what is happening today. The front gallery is dedicated to local history exhibits, traveling exhibits and collection displays. We are part of the City of Cookeville’s Department of Leisure Services and Public Facilities, Historical Arts Division. Visit the Cookeville History Museum and let us share our story with you.

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History Marks The Spot

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Cookeville History Museum
14 hours ago
Cookeville History Museum

💡FUN FACT FRIDAY💡
Tennessee is the birthplace of Mountain Dew. The original formula for this Appalachian favorite was first invented back in the 1940s. The creators, beverage bottlers Barney and Ally Hartman, first marketed their sugary drink in three cities – two of which were Knoxville and Johnson City. The drink’s popularity didn’t stay local for long thanks to its popularity which led to the eventual acquirement by Pepsi-Cola in 1964, introducing Mountain Dew to the rest of the world. ... See MoreSee Less

💡FUN FACT FRIDAY💡 Tennessee is the birthplace of Mountain Dew. The original formula for this Appalachian favorite was first invented back in the 1940s. The creators, beverage bottlers Barney and Ally Hartman, first marketed their sugary drink in three cities – two of which were Knoxville and Johnson City. The drink’s popularity didn’t stay local for long thanks to its popularity which led to the eventual acquirement by Pepsi-Cola in 1964, introducing Mountain Dew to the rest of the world.Image attachment
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Cookeville History Museum
4 days ago
Cookeville History Museum

Upper Cumberland Educators: It's getting to be that time of year...🚌 Cookeville Leisure Services Department ... See MoreSee Less

Upper Cumberland Educators: Its getting to be that time of year...🚌 Cookeville Leisure Services Department
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Cookeville History Museum
1 week ago
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💡FUN FACT FRIDAY💡
Herald-Citizen (July 6, 1973): Now Cookeville has one, too. The golden arches went up and the doors opened this week at the new McDonald’s restaurant here, one of 1,940 across the globe. ... See MoreSee Less

💡FUN FACT FRIDAY💡 Herald-Citizen (July 6, 1973): Now Cookeville has one, too. The golden arches went up and the doors opened this week at the new McDonald’s restaurant here, one of 1,940 across the globe.
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None of the photos shown are of the original Cookeville McDonald’s. I would love to see one.

Cookeville History Museum
2 weeks ago
Cookeville History Museum

The Cookeville History Museum will be closed Saturday, April 19th.
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The Cookeville History Museum will be closed Saturday, April 19th. Happy Easter! 🐰
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What Visitors Say!

So much cool stuff! The standing exhibits and the rotating special exhibits are beautifully put together, fun to investigate, and a plethora of information about the local community and its ties to the state and country at large.

This small building holds a large amount of information and artifacts regarding the birth of our city. There are also new exhibits as well, one of which has been a tribute to nurses in our area. It was very interesting and informative. Cookeville is greatly blessed with this museum!!

A lot of interesting history for such a small space. It was nice to wander around at your own pace. Great place for history buffs and it’s free.

Marvelous display of Cookeville from Indians to now!! Enjoyed by us and my 87-year-old Dad who was visiting. We’ve lived here for over 30 years, but this was our first visit. We’ll come again!!!

The timeline of events tells Cookeville and regional history. The staff is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and truly make it a unique experience. The organization and exhibits are impressive. Make sure to walk down to the depot.

Early times in Cookeville

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116 W. Broad Street
Cookeville, TN 38501

Tuesday – Saturday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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