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Historic Homes & Buildings

Falcon Manor
2645 Faulkner Springs Road • McMinnville, TN 37110
931-668-4444
"The Victorian mansion where history is fun," Falcon Rest was built in 1896 by Clay Faulkner, manufacturer of Gorilla Pants -- "so strong even a gorilla couldn't tear them apart." Called "Tennessee's Biltmore" by PBS, it had electric lights, indoor plumbing, central heat and more. Some say it's presided over by a friendly ghost, perhaps the proud builder himself. Guided mansion tours, shopping for Victorian treasures, and delicious meals are offered daily for walk-ins, and history-based entertainment shows and meals are available for tour groups by advance reservation. more... map

Magness Community House & Library
118 West Main Street • McMinnville, TN 37110
931-473-2428
Discover the Southern Heritage Room and research your family's history. map

Station - Pure Art, The
200 North Spring Street • McMinnville, TN 37111
931-473-0821
View a diverse collection of art exhibits at this trendy gallery. map

Cumberland Caverns
1437 Cumberland Caverns Road • McMinnville, TN 37110
931-663-4396
The largest show cave in Tennessee, these magnificent caverns "display some of the largest underground rooms in eastern America" and feature spectacular formations, beautiful waterfalls, gleaming pools, and a 3/4 ton chandelier. Daily tours are available from May 1st to October 1st and includes an original underground pageant of light and sound and the historic 1812 saltpeter mine. more... map