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Tennessee State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum gives a broad, indoor introduction to the state’s history, art and culture. Its current home beside Bicentennial Capitol Mall makes the two easy to combine.
Why go
The galleries move from Tennessee’s natural beginnings through later history, giving context to the Capitol and the memorials outside. Rotating exhibitions let you focus on one subject after the permanent galleries establish the larger story. The neighboring park extends that story outdoors.
What to look for
Permanent galleries span Tennessee’s natural and human history.
Art and cultural objects broaden the story beyond government.
Rotating exhibitions give a closer look at selected themes.
Useful to know
Use the museum’s Rosa L. Parks Boulevard address; older downtown descriptions refer to a former location.
Walk through Bicentennial Capitol Mall before or after the galleries.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
