Did You Know?

Nashville is not the first capitol of Tennessee.  Murfreesboro held this distinction briefly.  It was not until 1843 that the Tennessee General Assembly officially named Nashville as the permanent capitol city.  In reality, Rutherford County, where Murfreesboro is located, is the geographic center of Tennessee.  This was an enormous factor in determining the location for the state capitol.

Upcoming Events

"Juneteenth Festival"

Join us for our 3rd annual Juneteenth Festival. We will have numerous food and craft vendors both in the building and on the grounds. We will also have a live sound stages with performances all day. Event hours are 9am-5pm.

Admission to the event is FREE. Small admission charged to tour museum.

Kids for the Creative Arts Camp
This two day camp enables 250 children from Rutherford County to explore their creative talents through dance, writing, drawing, oil and acrylic painting, water colors, music, and more! Kids will also enjoy a free pizza lunch and receive a free 'Kids Camp' T-shirt.

Cost: FREE!!! Ages: 3yrs-17yrs old,
To REGISTER, PLEASE CALL DR. HODGES at 907-5350 and leave a message!

Book signing and lecture by author Barry Lamb

"Front Porch Pastimes Day Camp"

Children ages 6 through 12 will have a chance to step back into the past while being introduced to period games, chores, crafts, and cooking. The camp will be from 9:00 am - 12 noon and there are limited spaces. Reservations are required and are currently being accepted.

"Antebellum Academy"

This week long camp is available for girls ages 13 and up. The girls will study etiquette, dance, penmanship, music, needlework, and art. Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact: Oaklands Historic House Museum, (615) 893-0022 or www.oaklandsmuseum.org.

"5th Annual Tennessee Heritage Festival"

The Sam Davis Home welcomes the 5th Annual Tennessee Heritage Festival on June 14th from 11 am until 7 pm and June 15th from 11 am until 5 pm. This two day event takes place on both Father’s Day weekend as well as the last weekend in spring, making this festival an excellent way to kick off summer.

With numerous activities for people of all ages, you will be sure to find something enjoyable at the festival for you and your whole family! Whether you wish to spend your time moseying through Crafter’s Alley, the juried craft show held for the first time this year, or strolling down Barbecue Lane for a peak at how the pros cook the meat we have all grown to love, there is plenty to keep your interest piqued. These professional and amateur cooks are joining us from surrounding counties and states in order to compete in this Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned event.

"Apple Valley School Summer Camp"

Travel through time to experience life as a child in a 19th century school house. This unique camp is created through a simulated school offering opportunities for children of the 21st century to discover Victorian crafts, traditional games of the 1800s, and much more. Diary entries will be made based on events throughout the camp to make this experience even more memorable. Opportunities to act like a child of the 19th century and dress-up in period clothing make this camp a must-do activity of the summer! This summer camp is for children ages 8-12 and runs from 8:30 am until 12 noon each day. The cost of the camp is $55 for Sam Davis Memorial Association members and $70 for non-members. The fee includes admission to the camp as well as a t-shirt, crafts, and snacks. Please contact Jane Clemons in the Education Department at (615) 459-2341 to make a reservation or for more information.

"School of the Soldier Summer Camp"

Your marching orders have arrived so grab your haversack and canteen as you head off to join the Civil War at the Sam Davis Home! Young men ages 8-12 will have the chance to become a soldier for one week as they head off to camp. Military drills and medicinal remedies to battle wounds will work up your appetite for a snack of goober peas and hardtack. Learn the latest campfire songs such as “When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again” as you swap war stories with soldiers of the past. The cost of the camp is $55 for Sam Davis Memorial Association members and $70 for non-members. The fee includes admission to the camp as well as a t-shirt, crafts, and snacks. Please contact Jane Clemons in the Education Department at (615) 459-2341 to make a reservation or for more information.

Science and Nature Summer Camp

Kermit was wrong! It’s easy being green! Especially when you join the Science and Nature Summer Camp at the Sam Davis Home so you can learn all about the ecosystem and nature at the 168 acre plantation. This well established summer camp is making an effort to continue to grow green by teaching our youth about weather, bugs and animals, plant life, as well as conducting scientific experiments. With numerous activities, including creating a weather system and planting a permanent garden, your children will enjoy all the time spent outdoors experimenting and creating. This summer camp is for children ages 8 to 12 and runs from 8:30 am until 12 noon each day. The cost of the camp is $55 for Sam Davis Memorial Association members and $70 for non-members. The fee includes admission to the camp as well as a t-shirt, crafts, and snacks. Please contact Jane Clemons in the Education Department at (615) 459-2341 to make a reservation or for more information.