On this day in 1787, John Sevier distributed copies of a circular to the state of Franklin militia describing the prospective land bounties, ranging from 640 acres for a private to 1,200 for a colonel and to 1,500 for a major general that could be obtained from war with the Creeks.
Visit the East Tennesee History Center
Facilities & Hours
Facilities & Hours
 Second Floor Hours
865-215-8824, eths@eastTNhistory.org |
 First Floor Hours
865-215-8830 |
 Third Floor Hours
865-215-8801 |
 Second Floor Hours
865-215-8800 |
Front Porch to the Region's History
Geography defines East Tennessee as a land of mountains and valleys and with a history and heritage apart from the rest of the state. The East Tennessee Historical Society recognizes this distinctiveness with programs and exhibitions uniquely tailored to the region. The ETHS educational mission is to engage the public with the message that history is important.
This Day In East Tennessee History
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November 28, 1787
Hours of Operation
As of 7/20/20: • M-F: 8am - 3pm
865-215-8824, eths@eastTNhistory.org
As of 7/20/20: • M-F: 9am - 3pm • Sat: 10am - 3pm • Sun: 1pm - 4pm
865-215-8830
As of 7/20/20: • M-Tu: 9am - 8:30pm • W-F: 9am - 5:30pm • Sat: 9am - 5pm • Sun: 1pm - 5pm
865-215-8801
601 South Gay Street
PO Box 1629
Knoxville, TN 37901-1629
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