South Central Tennessee Tourism Association - Giles County, TN
Giles County
Giles County "The Wild Turkey Capital of Tennessee" While we are famous for our wildlife, we are also home of the Milky Way Farm and Mansion--founded by Mr. Frank Mars inventor of the Milky Way Candy bar. We're also the home of Pulaski--an All America City in 1993.
"The Land of Milk and Honey." Giles County is an ideal stopover for vacationers who enjoy a progressive community that preserves its cultural heritage.
Giles County is a great place to raise a family in a small town atmosphere. We have a strong economic base with six Fortune 500 companies and two Fortune 100 companies. It is also home to Martin Methodist College, a quality 4-year Liberal Arts College founded in 1870.
For directions or latest events you can always call the Giles County Tourism at 931-424-4044 or visit them at 1 Public Square (Giles County Courthouse) in the Northwest corner office, Pulaski, Tennessee. Click here to visit the Giles County Tourism Foundation
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GILES COUNTY COURTHOUSE Public Square, Pulaski. 931-424-4044. Erected in 1909, the neoclassical building is marked by tall Corinthian columns. Solid brass door pulls are incised "Giles" Inside a balcony encircles the third floor and 16 caryatids (female faces) hold up the arched vault of the rotunda with stained glass skylight. In the cupola, the 1858 bell still strikes the hours. Open Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. For more information on Giles County visit the Giles County Chamber of Commerce at www.gilescountycamber.com
LIMOLAND In October, Limoland is open for school tours, hayrides & pick-your-own pumpkin patch. Also, find mums, gourds & farm animals for the children. The greenhouses are open April & May with homegrown strawberries & flowers for sale. Hours: M-S, 9-6, Sun. 1-5. 8076 Columbia Hwy., Pulaski. 931-363-5744.
LYNNVILLE RAILROAD MUSEUM The replica depot (built in 1994), is the centerpiece in this historic down town area. The Antique steam locomotive, coach, flat car, and caboose are sure to make your visit complete! Open to the public. 162 Mill St. Lynnville, TN. 931-478-0880. To view the Railroad Museum website click here
OLD GRAVEYARD MEMORIAL PARK Cemetery & S. First St., 38478. 931-424-4044 (Tourism Office). Dedicated in 1969, was a pilot project in urban beautification. Cemetery was used from 1817-1883. The renovation project included the locating and charting all grave sites, cleaning and mounting grave stones, and landscaping and lighting the grounds. The cemetery contains the graves of many of the early settlers. Open all year. Free.
PULASKI HISTORIC SQUARE Public Square & First St. 931-424-4044 (Tourism Office). This small town has a strong historic preservation program. The entire square is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A center of fine 18th & 19th century architecture, the Tennessee Historical Commission team declared in 1983, that Pulaski's square was among the finest courthouse squares in Middle Tennessee.
SAM DAVIS MONUMENT South Side of Public Square, Pulaski. This statue was erected by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and unveiled in 1906 during the State Reunion of Confederate Veterans which was held in Pulaski.
SAM DAVIS MUSEUM Sam Davis Ave., Pulaski This is the location of the hanging of the boy hero. The museum was built in 1950 with funds appropriated by the State Legislature. Tours by appointment only.
MARTIN METHODIST COLLEGE Located in Pulaski. We've been helping young people aim at their goals for well over a century. The school was founded in 1870 to fulfill the dream of one young visionary, Victoria Martin. Her father established the school for people like her who hoped their lives would make the world a better place for everyone. Now a remarkable variety of academic, athletic and social opportunities make Martin Methodist College the place where hundreds of young people each year create a vision for their lives.
Lairdland Farm House & Civil War Museum 3238 Blackburn Hollow Road, Cornersville, TN 37047. www.lairdlandfarmhouse.com Tours by appointment For more information please call 931-363-2205 or Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
