Tag Archives: Alvin C. York State Historic Park

Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park is taking people back in time, demonstrating traditional farming during its Field Day on Saturday. Park Manager Nate Dodson said the annual event shows people the way of life back in the 1920’s when Sergeant Alvin York tended the land. “One of our coolest demonstrations we’ve got going is we have a blacksmith ... Read More »

Sparta inquiring on its eligibility to submit its historic district for the National Register of Historic Places. Historical Zoning Commission Chair Kim Griffin said the idea came about through the consulting firm that is currently updating the city’s historic district guidelines. “The next step is for him to present his proposal, and I believe he said sometime in August he ... Read More »

Governor Bill Lee said it is important to show gratitude to those who have protected the freedoms of America. The Veterans Day ceremony at Alvin C. York State Historic Park Thursday honored the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and highlighted the life of Fentress native Sergeant Alvin York. Lee said in what seems to be a ... Read More »