Crockett Tavern Museum facts for kids
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Crockett Tavern Museum
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| Location | 2002 Morningside Dr, Morristown, Tennessee 37814 |
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| Built | 1950s |
| NRHP reference No. | 13000948 |
| Added to NRHP | December 18, 2013 |
The Crockett Tavern Museum is a history museum located in Morristown, Tennessee. It celebrates the life and adventures of the famous American folk hero, David "Davy" Crockett. The museum first started in 1955, when Davy Crockett was super popular. It officially opened its doors in 1958. In December 2013, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's recognized as an important historical site.
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Discovering the Crockett Tavern Museum
The Crockett Tavern Museum helps visitors learn about the early life of Davy Crockett. It focuses on his family's history in the area. The museum is a great place to explore what life was like long ago.
The Main Building: A Log Cabin
The main building at the museum is a special log cabin. It was built in the 1950s. This cabin looks like the tavern (an old-fashioned inn or pub) that Davy Crockett's father, John Crockett, owned. John Crockett opened his tavern way back in 1794. The museum's cabin is built very close to where the original tavern stood.
Who Was Davy Crockett?
Davy Crockett was a real person who became a legend. He was a frontiersman, soldier, and politician. People knew him for his hunting skills and his brave spirit. He was often called "King of the Wild Frontier." His stories are still told today.
Why Was the Museum Started?
The museum was created because of a huge interest in Davy Crockett in the 1950s. Many movies and TV shows about him made him very famous. People wanted to learn more about his life. The museum helps keep his memory and history alive.
Running the Museum
The Hamblen County chapter of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities runs the museum. This group works hard to protect and share Tennessee's history. They make sure the Crockett Tavern Museum stays open for everyone to enjoy.
