Unicoi County Heritage Museum - Erwin, TN - History Museums on Waymarking.com

Per the below relevant website: "The superintendent’s residence was constructed during the fiscal year 1903. Known as “Quarters #1”, the house was constructed by G.W.N. Brown at a cost of $4,454.50, and its dimensions are listed as 52’x56’, two-story, 10 rooms. Its estimated value was $5,000. Although there were three prior superintendents, the first to occupy the residence was Mr. A.G. Keesecker and his family from 1905 until his retirement in 1931. Five succeeding superintendents also lived there.
In its day, it was one of the grandest houses in the Country. The years took a toll, and, by 1982, the stately old house had become dilapidated and almost impossible to heat. The Federal Government ordered its demolition. Mr. Ralph Erwin of the Unicoi County Chamber of Commerce suggested the renovation of the house into a museum and center for community activities. The Chamber, working with the Hatchery Superintendent, Mr. Roger Schultz, signed an agreement with the United States Government that “Quarters #1” should become the Unicoi County Heritage Museum. On July 3, 1982, nine rooms were opened to the public."

See also Waymark WM5RBG for the Erwin Fish Hatchery.

Theme: Local history with the following themed rooms: Parlor, Blue Ridge Pottery Room, Butler’s Pantry, Community Room, Wildlife Room, Kitchen, Main Street, Clinchfield Railroad Room, Daughters of the American Revolution Room, History and War Rooms, and Attic. Hours of Operation: 1:00-5:00 p.m. daily, May-October plus the four weeks daily prior to Christmas each year. Museum Size: Small Relevant Web Site: [Web Link] Street Address: Not listed Food Court: Not Listed Gift Shop: Not Listed Cost: Not Listed

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