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Wallace Week Day 2 | From Founding to Future

April 2 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Get ready to step back in time and uncover the fascinating history of Knoxville. This full-day affair promises to be a memorable journey through the heart of our city’s heritage, exclusively curated for Wallace agents.
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When: Tuesday, April 2nd (Various Times)
Where: East TN Historical Society & Other Downtown Knoxville Locations
Agenda:
9 am – 4 pm: Exclusive Access to East Tennessee Historical Society
Drop by any time during the day and immerse yourself in Knoxville’s rich past with special tours of ETHS exhibits.
9:30 am: “Local Lore” Presentation from Jennifer Montgomery
Experience a captivating presentation led by Wallace agent Jennifer Montgomery as she delves into Knoxville’s local lore and its intertwined connection with real estate. *Event will take place inside ETHS on Gay Street
10:30 am: Gunslinger Walking Tour with Laura Still
Join historian Laura Still for a riveting exploration of Knoxville’s Wild West past on the Gunslinger Walking Tour. Please note that this tour has limited availability, so be sure to secure your spot early! *Tour begins at ETHS on Gay Street & is limited to 50
12:00 pm: Lunch Break
Take a break and enjoy lunch at one of downtown Knoxville’s eateries
1:30 pm: Insightful Talk by Leading Historian Jack Neely
Gather back at the East Tennessee Historical Society to hear from renowned historian Jack Neely as he shares fascinating insights into Knoxville’s history. *Event will take place inside the ETHS
2:30 pm: Break
2:45 pm: Presentation by ETHS Pres. & CEO Warren Dockter, PhD
Dr. Dockter will enlighten us with his expertise on historical subjects, providing valuable context on the history of Tennessee and more!
3:30 pm: Choose Your Adventure Select from three enticing tour options, each offering a unique perspective on Knoxville’s history:
– Misbehaving Women Tour led by Laura Still (Limit of 50 people)
– Local Experts Tour led by Kim Trent (Companion tour to Jack Neely’s presentation)
– Local Experts Tour led by Jennifer Montgomery, focusing on “Local Lore”
We’ll wrap up the day’s festivities around 5 p.m.
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to deepen your appreciation for Knoxville’s history. RSVP now and get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through time!
Spaces are limited, reserve your spot below.
We look forward to seeing you there!

SIGN UP LINK: https://zfrmz.com/DCMdL6kvRdF2bSjvlOsh

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Organizer

Deb Taylor
Phone
865.363.8230
Email
dtaylor@wallacetn.com

Venue

East TN Historical Society
601 S Gay St
Knoxville, 37902 United States
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