Best Arts and Culture Places in Sevierville

"Those who have more time should visit Great Smoky Mountains Arts and Crafts Community. For over 80 years, local craftsmen and craftswomen have gathered and become one of the largest groups of independent artisans in North America. Located on an 8-mile loop in Gatlinburg, visitors find dozens of shops, studios, galleries and cafes."

"Gatlinburg has so much to do that it’s easy to miss the simpler delights of a leisurely day out. Take time to enjoy the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community, where 100 artisans cluster around an easy, eight-mile loop road, offering beautiful, ..."

"Many of the Smoky Mountains’ earliest tourists came here to shop from local craftsmen, popularized by the Pi Beta Phi women’s fraternity that chose supporting these mountain folk artists as their cause. In 1912, the women established a..."

"The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum is full of unique shakers from all over the world. The owners slowly collected over time, then opened a museum so other people could enjoy the collection too. There are vintage shakers from decades ago, and shakers made out of various materials."

"The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum is definitely worth a visit during your next vacation in Gatlinburg. For only $3, you can see over 20,000 sets of whimsically designed salt and pepper shakers. The museum’s shakers are from all around the world and every decade."

"561 Brookside Village Way, Gatlinburg | 865-430-5515 | Website. With over 20,000 shaker sets from around the world, this surprisingly fascinating and fun museum is the only one of its kind!. And for only $3, its worth a look-see."

"Another museum not to miss while in Knoxville is the Knoxville Museum of Art. One major draw of this art museum isn’t just its two permanent exhibits that are inspired by Southern Appalachia but the museum’s glass installation, which is the largest of its kind in the world. Knoxville Museum of Art isn’t just for art snobs either; families with young children will enjoy an afternoon here, as the museum has an interactive play area for young visitors."

"The museums in Knoxville give the very essence of its citizens and rich culture. If you are looking for something deeper and more meaningful, head to the museums in city. Explore the cultural, artistic, scientific, or historical side of Knoxville with these museums."

"Strong Alley, known also as Graffiti Alley for reasons you’ll realize in a bit, is a haven for street art in Knoxville. If you love strong, unique art like that, this should be added to your list of things to see!. Located near Market Square, Strong Alley is absolutely packed with murals, tags, and other kinds of artwork that provide an avant-garde urban charm to the area."

"The area between Market Street and Gay Street was one of the more unseemly parts of Knoxville; however, it’s become the most photographed location in the city in recent years. Graffiti artists partner with local businesses to paint exquisite murals. Many are only up for a limited time, allowing more artists to have their work seen and gain recognition."

"If you love street art, taking photos of it or simply fancy yourself to be an artsy type of person, Graffiti Alley is a must-visit. Numerous street murals of all kinds are found here. As it’s close to Market Square, it’s best to visit in the evening, as the twinkle lights strung around the area come on and bathe the art in a warm glow."

"First off, let’s talk about the newest addition/expansion to Knoxville’s rooftop bar scene, the Five Thirty Lounge, located above the Hyatt Place Downtown Knoxville on Gay Street. If you’re looking for a stylish, elevated experience, this place is it. The Five Thirty Lounge offers indoor and outdoor rooftop bar areas, delicious signature cocktails (the prickly pear margarita is my go-to) and an upscale bar menu of snacks and small plates."

"We LOVED the bloody Mary bar and the Jalepino Pineapple Margarita!. The burger was delicious. And who can pass up..."

"Another place where you can go wine tasting in Gatlinburg is Tennessee Homemade Wines. They use local fruit in all of their drinks, and the owners and makers are all locals. The signature wines are Tennessee sweet wines, and some of the flavors include Blueberry Bammer, Proper Peach, and Southern White."

"The adventure continues: identify plant and animal life at Deep Creek, contemplate the long history of Walker Sisters' Cabin, and learn about winemaking at Tennessee Homemade Wines. For where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Gatlinburg trip builder app ."

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"This water hike in the Smoky Mountains is only 1.1 miles roundtrip, making it the perfect nature walk for anyone!. The trail is marked, so it is easy to navigate the path. You’ll walk past streams and across a foot bridge."

"A quintessential Appalachian waterfall, Hen Wallow spans 90 vertical feet and spills silvery currents of water over ink-dark slabs of rock. Mosses cover the nearby cliffs, and salamanders swim in the pool below the falls. (30 salamander species..."

"Hen Wallow Creek, only two feet wide at the top of the falls, fans out to 20 feet at the base. The waterfall is 90 feet high, ranking it among the tallest in the National Park.5"