Bell Buckle History
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N 35° 35.372 W 086° 21.268
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Located in famous Bell Buckle and dining is found at the Bell Buckle Cafe!
Waymark Code: WM10M0
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 12/03/2006
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Bell Buckle, a railroad village of preserved and restored Victorian homes and churches is nestled among the hills, farmland and Walking Horse country of Bedford County, Tennessee. The Webb School, within walking distance to down town, is a world-renowned college preparatory boarding and day school and is an integral part of this unique town.
Established in 1852, the little town of Bell Buckle has become known far and wide for antiques, quilts, handmade crafts, country music, home-cooking and Southern hospitality. Thousands of visitors are drawn each year to visit the charming downtown with its shops and eateries and participate in the annual festivals.
The most commonly asked question about Bell Buckle is the origin of its name. Stories vary, but some believe the name came from a bell and buckle tied around a tree close to a free flowing creek. Others believe the Indians carved a bell and buckle into a tree to discourage settlers while still others believe the bell and buckle symbol was used by surveyors to signify the usefulness of the land for pasture. Whatever the facts, Bell Buckle is one of the oldest names in the county.
Bell Buckle Motorcycle Days a big event.
City: Bell Buckle,TN
Location Name: City Refreshment Building
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