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Relaxing Weekend in Norris


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Museum of Appalachia
Historic  SitesMuseum of Appalachia

Since 1969, the Museum of Appalachia has provided an unprecedented, experiential display of Appalachian culture illustrated through their increasingly vast collection of artifacts and historic structures. Take a tour, visit the gift shop and restaurant and check out their calendar of events.

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Appalachian Arts Craft Center
Arts & CultureAppalachian Arts Craft Center

Tennessee's Appalachian Arts & Crafts Center is a non-profit with a public art gallery and a store where they sell handcrafted arts and crafts. All of their art is handcrafted from local artists and they have a classes year round for children and adults.

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Places to EatHensley Happenings

Located in Norris Tennessee in our "little town center". Hensley Happenings' concept was to create a place where people could meet and get a cup of wonderful hot coffee and some great conversations with strangers and friends alike. They serve sandwiches, wraps, soups, breakfasts, and desserts.

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Skunk Ridge Farm Bed & Breakfast
Stay the NightSkunk Ridge Farm Bed & Breakfast

Skunk Ridge Farm is set in a secluded location among woodlands and country pastures.  You'll find that it is quiet and conducive to a good night's sleep and that it is within an excellent proximity to all the areas attractions such as Norris Dam State Park, Big South Fork, Oak Ridge, and University of TN.

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Norris Dam State Park and Watershed
Natural SitesNorris Dam State Park and Watershed

This 4,038-acre park, located on the Norris Reservoir, began in 1933 as the first Tennessee Valley Authority project. Miles of trails lead through deeply forested valleys and ridges. The TVA lands are home to the Lenoir Museum featuring Appalachian Folk Life, a wonderful trail system that is very popular with local hikers and mountain-bikers.

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