(As a proactive measure against COVID-19, this event has been canceled in 2020.)

The East Tennessee Historical Society will hold its 11th annual East Tennessee History Fair featuring a living history timeline, live music, historic crafts demonstrations, historical and genealogical groups from across the region, children’s crafts and activities, Davy Crockett’s birthday party, walking tours of downtown, trolley tours to Knoxville’s historic homes, tours of underground Gay Street, “History Hound” dog costume contest, free museum admission, vintage film festival at the Tennessee Theatre, checkers tournament, antiques fair, art exhibits, miniature battles, traditional foods, book sales, farmers’ market and more.

The event takes place at the East Tennessee History Center and downtown Knoxville locations.