In addition to the activities at RIchmont Inn, and the incredible beauty waiting for you at the park, round-out your knowledge of the area by visiting the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Supports the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Visit the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center a short distance from the Inn

Join us at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center to celebrate the cultural heritage of East Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains region. Our exhibitions, educational programs, demonstrations, and activities will guide you on a textured, historic journey through the diverse cultures of Townsend and the surrounding area.

2008 Events 

Spring Heritage Festival
May 3, Saturday
Presented by Integrity Development

Heritage Happening: "Flavors of Our Heritage"
(by invitation)
May 17, Saturday
Presented by the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center Guild

"Hoofbeats in the Heartland"
A Civil War exhibit from the Tennessee State Museum
May 21 - July 17
Presented by Citizens Bank of Blount County

Dr. William Bass
Anthropologist and Author
Saturday, May 31

Sunset Concert Series
June & July, October
(dates and performers to be announced)
Presented by BankEast

Smoky Mountain Field School
"Clean Air and Burnt Fingers: Living the Mountain Life"
June 7, Saturday
(www.outreach.utk.edu/smoky/welcome.html)

Summer Day Camp
Presented by Foothills Kiwanis and the Community Enhancement Grant
June 9 - 13 Theme: Native American
June 16 - 20 Theme: Mountain Culture
June 23 - 27: Multiple Themes

Appalachian Celebration
July 11, Friday
In partnership with Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont

Blue Ribbon Country Fair
September 27, Saturday
Presented by Akins/Crisp Public Strategies, Joy Bishop, Blackberry Farm, Citizens Bank of Blount County, Clayton Homes, Fletcher Architects, Inc., Foothills Farmers Coop, Miller's Funeral Home, Oak Ridge National Laboratories, Smith Mortuary, Barry and Jeanie VanWinkle, Williams Realty

The Tomato Head
Thursday, October 23, All Day
Purchase a Reuben sandwich at the restaurant (Maryville location only) on this date and the full price goes to the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center!

Veterans Day Celebration
November 8, Saturday

Smoky Mountain Christmas
Member Reception
(by invitation)
Date to be announced

Teepee and fire pit primitive theme on Exhibit floor

The Museum's historic tools display