Tennessee Overhill Events Calendar
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The Tennessee Overhill hosts lectures, workshops, performances, and community gatherings that explore the history, culture, and living traditions of our region. Events highlight Appalachian heritage, Indigenous history, music, crafts, and the stories that continue to shape the Overhill today.
Programs take place throughout the year at partner venues across the Overhill. Many events are free and open to the public. Check this page regularly for upcoming dates, locations, and details.
Events
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Our American Story: Voices from Tennessee
Nancy Cantrell Dender Art Gallery 700 Tennessee Ave, Etowah, TN, United StatesVisit the Nancy Cantrell Dender Gallery in Etowah for Our American Story: Voices from Tennessee, a traveling exhibit from the Tennessee State Museum. The exhibit will be on display June […]
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Gems of the Past: Dr. Brett Riggs When the Revolution Came to Great Hiwassee
Gem Theater 700 Tennessee Avenue, Etowah, TN, United StatesGems of the Past Discover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region! Join us for the Gems of the Past: Overhill Histories Lecture Series as Dr. Brett Riggs presents […]
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Calhoun River Town Festival 2026
Hiwassee Blueway 101 Cherokee Crossing, Calhoun, TN, United StatesCelebrate Calhoun’s connection to the Hiwassee River during the River Town Festival on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Hiwassee Blueway, 101 Cherokee Crossing in Calhoun, Tennessee. Festival activities include […]
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6th Annual Battle of Athens Festival: 80th Anniversary Commemoration
Market Park 106 South Jackson Street, Athens, TN, United StatesCommemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Athens at the 6th Annual Battle of Athens Festival on Saturday, August 1, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Market Park in […]
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Gems of the Past: Hunter Raby presenting on the History of the Hildebrand House
Gem Theater 700 Tennessee Avenue, Etowah, TN, United StatesGems of the Past Discover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region! Join us for an engaging lecture series exploring the stories, people and events that shaped our area. […]
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Gems of the Past: Linda Caldwell presenting on the Old Line Railroad
Gem Theater 700 Tennessee Avenue, Etowah, TN, United StatesGems of the Past Discover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region! Join us for the next installment of the Gems of the Past: Overhill Histories Lecture Series, featuring […]
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Gems of the Past: Pam Mathews presenting on the History of the Cherohala Skyway
Gem Theater 700 Tennessee Avenue, Etowah, TN, United StatesGems of the Past Discover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region! Join us for an engaging lecture series exploring the stories, people and events that shaped our area. […]
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Gems of the Past: Mark Stephenson presenting on the Declaration of Independence
Gem Theater 700 Tennessee Avenue, Etowah, TN, United StatesGems of the Past Discover the rich history of the Tennessee Overhill Region! Join us for the Gems of the Past: Overhill Histories Lecture Series, featuring Mark Stephenson presenting on […]