Best Arts and Culture Places in Pigeon Forge

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Best Arts and Culture Places in Pigeon Forge

Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
4.5 (259 ratings)
Area for local culture, with cozy stores for woodwork, pottery & more, plus restaurants & B&Bs.
668 Glades Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Art centerArtist
Mentioned by Hearthside Cabin Rentals in the Smokies
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"The Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community is a can’t-miss destination for souvenir hunters. This 8-mile loop located off of the East Parkway in Gatlinburg features numerous shops, studios, and galleries that carry locally made goods. In fact, the Arts & Crafts Community is considered the largest group of independent artisans in North America!"
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"The early settlers made quilts, baskets, candles and pottery. It was a humble way of life and a matter of existence. But it soon turned out to be a wonderful way to make profit and soon the seeds of the sown."
Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum
Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum
4.5 (176 ratings)
Quirky museum featuring salt & pepper shakers from various eras made from a range of materials.
461 Brookside Village Way, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
MuseumArt museum
Mentioned by smokymtndreams.com
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"A celebration of America’s favorite collectible can be found at The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee with over 20,000 sets of shakers in all sizes, shapes, and materials."
Knoxville Museum of Art
Knoxville Museum of Art
4.7 (981 ratings)4.5 (292 ratings)
Exhibits of regional art & traveling shows, plus concerts & classes, in a modern 4-story facility.
1050 Worlds Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916, USA
Art museumMuseumsBanquet hallWedding venue
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"For 25 years, the Knoxville Museum of Art has done its best to promote local art from the state, focusing on Southern Appalachian culture and artists from the region. With no admission cost, it’s among the free things to do in Knoxville that is a great way to occupy yourself this weekend. The Museum of Art is housed in a beautiful building made from state-mined marble, racking up a $6 million renovation bill."
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"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."
UT Downtown Gallery
UT Downtown Gallery
4.9 (12 ratings)
106 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Art galleryArts organization
Strong Alley Graffiti Gallery
Strong Alley Graffiti Gallery
4.7 (35 ratings)4 (6 ratings)
Strong St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Art centerSights & LandmarksScenic Walking AreasPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"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."
Mentioned by Cinders Travels
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"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."
Mentioned by Downtown Knoxville
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"The artistic gem of downtown, Strong Alley is filled with murals ranging from bold and colorful to weird and unique. Travel through the alley, located between Market Square and Gay Street to discover dozens of designs and backdrops. It transforms from bright and happy in the daytime to dark and mysterious at night, with equally stunning pictures."
Twisted Vessel Gallery
Twisted Vessel Gallery
2.6 (62 ratings)3.5 (30 ratings)
3335 Old Mill St, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Art galleryMuseums
Historic Westwood
Historic Westwood
4.5 (60 ratings)
3425 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919, USA
Historical place museumArt galleryHistorical landmark
Broadway Studios & Gallery
Broadway Studios & Gallery
4.9 (16 ratings)
1127 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
Art gallery
Art Galleria
Art Galleria
4.9 (11 ratings)
6703 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919, USA
Art galleryArt dealerArt restoration serviceArtistInterior designerPicture frame shop
PIONEER HOUSE of Letterpress and Vintage
PIONEER HOUSE of Letterpress and Vintage
5 (3 ratings)
413 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Vintage clothing storeArt galleryGraphic designerPoster storePrint shopSports memorabilia storeWestern apparel store
Mentioned by Knoxville 1 day itinerary
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"If you happen to find yourself downtown on a Friday, then Pioneer House (only open on Fridays) is a must-see. Knoxville print artist Julie Belcher doesn't run the only Made in Tennessee art studio in Knoxville, but she may run the only one where you can purchase a 1950s Stetson hat and a poster of a fox strumming a banjo all in the same transaction. Her Appalachian-inspired print art colors the walls and bins of Pioneer House, alongside racks of rhinestone-studded western wear and cowboy boots."

Waterfall Park and Hikes in Pigeon Forge

Talking Falls
Talking Falls
5 (1 ratings)
Rd Prong Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Waterfall
Mentioned by The All Gatlinburg Blog
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"Whether you consider yourself a semi-professional photographer or you are just looking for ways to enhance your family’s photo album, it is always a good idea to learn about how you can take better pictures of the Smoky Mountains. Check our tips of how to take the best pictures during your Smoky Mountain vacation:"
Mentioned by The Official Pigeon Forge Chamber of Commerce
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"There are several amazing waterfalls throughout the Smoky Mountains National Park. For that reason, we are combining them all into one entry on this list. Remember though, waterfalls aren’t in the middle of a parking lot and will require some hiking to get to."
Mingo Falls
Mingo Falls
4.8 (1286 ratings)4.5 (975 ratings)
120-ft. waterfall on the Cherokee Indian Reservation reached by a 0.4-mi. access trail.
Eastern Cherokee Reservation, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
WaterfallNature & Parks
Mentioned by Wildland Trekking
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"Mingo Falls is not technically within the park but rather on the Cherokee Indian Reservation. However, it is still very close and worth the visit, as it is one of the tallest and most stunning waterfalls in the Southern Appalachians. To access the trail leading to the falls, drive south from the Oconalufteee Visitor Center on US-441 toward Cherokee and take the second left onto Big Cove Rd."
Baskins Creek Falls
Baskins Creek Falls
4.6 (141 ratings)4.5 (65 ratings)
A steep trail leads down to this scenic, remote waterfall in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Baskins Creek Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
WaterfallNature & Parks
Mentioned by Whitewater Rafting in Tennessee - White Water Attraction near Gatlinburg TN - Pigeon Forge Rafting
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"Baskins Creek Falls is located along the Roaring Fork Motor Trail, which is a beautiful area in the Smoky Mountains in the fall. You’ll see the fall colors and a waterfall along this 3-mile round trip trail. At the beginning of this hike, you’ll have some great views of the mountains covered in fall foliage."

Best Diners in Pigeon Forge

Denny's
Denny's
3.4 (572 ratings)
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
2480 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
DinerAmerican restaurantBreakfast restaurant
Waffle House
Waffle House
4.2 (984 ratings)
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
256 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA
Breakfast restaurantAmerican restaurantDinerFamily restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Asian River
Asian River
4.4 (225 ratings)
6714 Central Avenue Pike ste b, Knoxville, TN 37912, USA
DinerAsian restaurantChinese restaurantSushi restaurantThai restaurant

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Pigeon Forge

Reagan's House of Pancakes #2
Reagan's House of Pancakes #2
4.4 (1535 ratings)
Family-owned, daytime institution offering an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet & simple lunch fare.
3516 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Pancake restaurantAmerican restaurantRestaurant
Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre
Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre
4.7 (317 ratings)5 (734 ratings)
Resident musical comedy troupe at a Victorian-style theater performing several shows a season.
461 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Performing arts groupConcerts & ShowsPerforming arts theaterTheaters
Mentioned by Gatlinburg 1 day itinerary
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"The Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre stages zany comedies that are reminiscent of the Carol Burnett Show and Monty Python’s Flying Circus. The Iris Theater at the Gatlinburg Space Needle is another wonderful destination for live entertainment in Gatlinburg. The Iris is currently hosting Impossibilities: An Evening of Magic, Mindreading, and Mayhem."
Alcatraz East Crime Museum
Alcatraz East Crime Museum
4.5 (5363 ratings)4.5 (1091 ratings)
Museum displaying exhibits on American crimes, from the Old West to modern serial killers.
2757 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
MuseumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Gatlinburg Cabins - Condos, Chalets, Cabin Rentals in Gatlinburg TN and Pigeon Forge Tennessee
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"The Alcatraz East Crime Museum is another one of the best Pigeon Forge museums. This popular attraction is filled with interactive exhibits related to crime and crime fighting, including a safe cracking game, a simulated shooting range, and a CSI lab. Alcatraz East is also home to artifacts from some of the most famous moments in American crime history, like O.J."
Mentioned by Pigeon Forge 4 days itinerary
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"Alcatraz Museum I agreed to visit the Alcatraz East Museum as my son was really interested. He and I both love crime documentaries and are fascinated by some of the stories that are highlighted at the museum. One of their most famous artifacts is THE white bronco OJ Simpson drove during that famous chase many of us are familiar with."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Pigeon Forge

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