 Immerse yourself in history as you walk through the original home of Knoxville's founder, still standing proudly after all these years. 
 Capture the true feeling of the period as you see and touch the furnishings, tools and other artifacts that were once a part of our ancestors' daily lives.  Also learn about the founding of Knoxville and the key role the James White Fort played in creating this great city.  
James White is buried along with the city's other founders including William Blount and Reverend Samuel Carrick. Rev. Carrick was First Presbyterian Church's first pastor and the first president of the present day University of Tennessee.  The First Presbyterian Church and Cemetery is located at 620 State Street in downtown Knoxville just blocks away from James White Fort.  Hours: 3/1 through 12/15 9:30am - 4pm Monday through Saturday Closed Sunday and all major holidays 12/15 through 3/1 10am - 4pm Monday through Friday Saturday and Sunday by appointment only Admission Fee: Adults - $4 Children under 12 - $2 (5 and under free) Senior Citizen discount For more information call: (423) 525-6514 Click for James White Fort Map Page Upcoming Events Return to Virtual Museum HOME TN NEWS CLASSROOM RESOURCES GALLERY TN HISTORIC SITES REENACTORS PRESERVATION TN TRIVIA TN CONSTITUTION GOVERNMENT E-MAIL |
