The American Civil War touched the lives of every man, woman and child, and we will determine the extent of events in Bradley County, recounting the story of one young girl Myra Inman, and exploring the mass settlement of soldiers just over the ridge from Cleveland. We’ve pulled items from the collection and the community [...]
This week we’re bringing you this wonderfully useful piece. Most likely hand made for a particular user, this item looks to be “well-loved”. Did you ever have one of these? Do you know what it is for? Tell us your stories in the comments!
You are cordially invited… Mothers, daughters and grandmothers, please join Chita Bacon Johnson for an afternoon tea on June 9 at 2:00 pm. Learn manners and dining etiquette while enjoying tea catered by Lace Emporium. Mrs. Johnson is the author of “Mother’s Manners” a book about how she acquired her manners, especially from her mother. [...]
We are so pleased to present a special viewing of the documentary The History of Caney Creek Village on Thursday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Museum Center. The documentary was written and narrated by Debbie Moore, filmed by Will Moore and edited by Ron Moore. It features original music written and performed by John [...]
We are still accepting donations! If you are unable to bring your donations on Tuesday, please contact the event chairmen, Linda Andrews at 256-683-3850 or Pat Woods at 423-650-6643, or Ken Cagle at the Museum, 423-339-5745. Thursday- 6-8PM Preview Party $10 at the door – light supper and early buying privileges Friday- 9 AM- 5 [...]
The flowers aren’t the only things blooming this spring! The Museum Center is excited to announce the 2013 “Blooming Arts Festival” April 26-28! This festival features over thirty local artists, authors, and craftsmen whose works are displayed throughout our gallery and gift store. Some pieces available at the event include basketry, glass work, paintings, turned and [...]
The Museum Center at 5ive Points is playing host to a traveling exhibit, which will study the elusive 19th century Tennessee sampler. The exhibit will open on Saturday, March 16th and run through Saturday, April 13th. The Tennessee Sampler Survey has documented over 150 genuine Tennessee samplers. “The Tennessee Sampler survey has done an amazing [...]
Café Roma once again featured the best wine selections and exquisite auction items to benefit the Museum Center at 5ive Points Jan. 27. The 9th Annual Grape Escape event raised over $23,000 for the Museum and was a wonderful night of fine food and great wine parings. As always Carl and Kathy Rohsenberger showed us [...]
Best Large Contemporary winner Vicki Kmet with her winning quilt Meet the Winners This year’s Stitches In Time quilt show has opened and that means we can announce our winners! Best of Show Large Contemporary: 1st – Birds of a Feather by Vicky Kmet 2nd – Bright Beginnings by Robin Hewitt 3rd – Bubble Express [...]
It’s Always a New Challenge: Quilts by Renee Medley The Museum Center will be showcasing the beautiful quilt collection of local quilter Renee Medley, part four of the rotating lobby exhibit during thequilt show. The display will be open on February 19 and run through February 23. Renee, a fifth generation quilter, has carried on [...]
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