Sumner Historic Collaborative

03/07/2026

Don’t miss out on our events for the month of March!

02/17/2026

This week’s featured historic site is Rock Castle! Rock Castle is the oldest home in Middle Tennessee and is listed on the Nation Register of Historic Places in Middle Tennessee

02/04/2026

History at the Movies 🎬
Please join the Vol State’s History Department for a special screening and discussion of Malcolm X (1992), led by Prof. Melanie Cochran.

📅 Thursday, February 12
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Historic Palace Theater, Downtown Gallatin

Experience history on the big screen and stay for thoughtful conversation in one of Gallatin’s most iconic venues.

🎟️ tickets can be purchased here- https://www.eventeny.com/events/historyatthemovies-22699/

01/29/2026

Featured this week is the Palace Theater! This Gallatin landmark hosts live performances, events, and films. This Friday, January 30th, Songwriters Week is hosted at the Palace Theater. Come join us!

01/17/2026

Visit this week’s historic site, Bledsoe’s Fort! Bledsoe’s Fort marks one of the earliest defensive settlements in the Cumberland region and offers a glimpse into frontier life.

01/06/2026

From Native American history and early pioneer life to military heritage and local innovations like the world’s first airmail flight, The Sumner County Museum brings the past to life through engaging exhibits, artifacts, and community events. A must-visit for history lovers of all ages!

12/24/2025

Featured this week: Douglass-Clark house. A beautiful piece of early Sumner County history ✨ Once serving as an early courthouse and later a family home, the site reflects life from the frontier era through the Civil War.

The Douglass-Clark House offers free tours Thursday-Saturday.

12/17/2025

Historic Site of the Week: Temple Theatre 🎭
This thoughtfully restored land mark is still offering entertainment to its community almost 100 years later! Visit the Temple Theatre for one of their upcoming shows on December 20th.

12/15/2025

We’re officially ONE WEEK away from A Stonewall Christmas Experience!✨🌲

We’re thrilled to spotlight David Wright, who will join us for a special Q&A about his newest book—an incredible gift for artists, history lovers, and anyone who appreciates storytelling through art.

David and his wife Jane have long been generous supporters of the museum, and we are deeply grateful for their support in helping bring A Stonewall Christmas Experience to life!🌟

Learn more about David’s work on his website: www.davidwrightart.com

*Tickets are $5 for museum members & $10 for non-museum members* https://www.sumnercountymuseum.org

12/15/2025

Daytime Christmas tours return to Wynnewood this Saturday! 🎄

Join us as we explore Victorian Christmas traditions, hot apple cider, and some Christmas shopping in the gift shop.

Tickets can be found at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmas-through-the-ages-a-victorian-christmas-at-wynnewood-tickets-1972099110527?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/15/2025

At Mansker's Station, we have gifts that tell a story. Find hand-forged rings, nails, and S-hooks made right in our blacksmith shop in the fort! Perfect for the artisan appreciator or history lover on your list.

12/15/2025