Southside, TN – Historic Collinsville is celebrating 20 years. You are invited to the 20th Spring Homecoming at the 40 acre, authentic frontier settlement that features 18 restored log structures. Come enjoy hands on pioneer activities and open houses in the 1842 and 1870 homes.
The event will take place Saturday, May 21st from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Admission is free!
Historic Collinsville is a living history museum featuring authentically restored log houses and outbuildings dating from 1830 to 1870.The settlement takes visitors from the earliest “first home” to the expansive big house on the hill with separate kitchen, living and sleeping areas. Each home and outbuilding has been painstakingly restored to its original condition and furnished authentically.
Over 30,000 school children have been welcomed at Historic Collinsville since its opening. It is located 5 miles off of Highway 48 and 11 miles south of Clarksville in Southside, Tennessee.
Open hours are May 15th to October 15th, Thursday – Sunday, 1:00pm – 5:00pm. Self-guided tours are $5.00 for adults, and children under 5 are free.
For more information on Historic Collinsville visit www.historiccollinsville.com or call JoAnn B. Weakley at 931.216.2911.