Alex Haley was born in Ithaca, New York, on August 11, 1921, but was mostly raised in Tennessee, along with his parents and four siblings. His father worked as a professor at Alabama A&M University. He later attended college at Alcorn State University and Elizabeth City State College before dropping out to spend several years with the U.S. Coast Guard. After World War … [Read more...] about Literary South: Alex Haley
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Where to Stay in Knoxville, Tennessee
After writing guides for countless publications about Knoxville, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations. There is a large diversity in the types and prices of properties spanning every loyalty program. We’ve denoted which ones are our picks and which ones come highly recommended on travel websites so that you can … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Knoxville, Tennessee
Where to Find Street Art in Knoxville
Travelers love to pose in front of the murals of Nashville, but Knoxville is quickly approaching as Tennessee's hub for street art and murals. Supported by local businesses and initiatives like Walls for Women, you can find them all over the city. Many are inspired by the nearby mountains. We've highlighted a few, but Visit Knoxville has a whole map of locations … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Knoxville
Dolly Parton Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Dolly Parton was born in 1946 as a poor child in rural Tennessee. She learned to sing and play instruments in church and later went on to perform on radio and television programs, including her stint on The Porter Wagoner Show. Parton moved to Nashville after graduating high school, where she started her songwriting career. She had a string of successful duets after being … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
5 Easy Day Trips from Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee, was the original state capital and boasts such accomplishments as being home to the Tennessee Valley Authority, the 1982 World's Fair, and its role in the Manhattan Project. Whether you are skipping town to see new sights or avoid the madness of game day, these locations are sure to impress. It’s easy to pick up your rental car downtown … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Day Trips from Knoxville
