Tennessee Agricultural Museum

10/16/2026

Did you know candy corn has agricultural roots?

First created in the 1880s by George Renninger for the Wunderle Candy Co., candy corn was originally marketed as “Chicken Feed.” Its kernel shape reflected America’s strong agricultural identity at the time, when many families lived and worked on farms.

The familiar yellow, orange and white colors represent corn and the colors of the autumn harvest. Although candy corn is now associated with Halloween, it began as a year-round treat inspired by rural life and agriculture.

Candy corn is more than a Halloween treat; it is a sweet reminder of America’s agricultural heritage!

10/14/2026

Don’t miss the Oscar Farris Agricultural Museum Association’s Dinner on the Lawn on Oct. 24 at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum.

OFAMA is the nonprofit board that supports the Tennessee Agricultural Museum. Proceeds from the event benefit the museum’s educational programs.

Enjoy an evening of food, fellowship and support for agricultural education in Tennessee.

Tickets are available through Oct. 23.

🎟️ Purchase tickets through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-on-the-lawn-tickets-1994095700921

10/05/2026

We had a pumpkin-filled day at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum! 🎃

Participants learned how pumpkins are grown in Tennessee, explored the many ways they can be used and created colorful pumpkin art with stickers and paint.

A special thank-you to Cul2vate for the pumpkins used in this program!

Reservations for our November First Friday are now open on Eventbrite. Reserve your spot today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/artifact-highlight-indigenous-pottery-at-the-tennessee-agricultural-museum-tickets-1997771916581?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/26/2026

Make some noise at our October Strategic Saturday!

The Tennessee Agricultural Museum is welcoming the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum for a free, hands-on program for children. Young guests will explore Tennessee’s rich musical heritage, discover the stories behind the music and try out a variety of instruments.

Reservations are required. Please reserve your spot through Eventbrite.

09/23/2026

A big thank-you to the Davidson County Master Gardeners for a fantastic event this past Saturday! 🌿

Guests learned about heirloom gardens and how to prepare their plots for autumn. We appreciate our partners for sharing their knowledge and helping us connect our community with Tennessee agriculture.

Stay tuned for more fun events this fall! 🍂

09/16/2026

Reminder: There is less than one week left to apply for our spring 2027 public history internship!

We are looking for a public history intern to join us this spring. If you’re interested in museum work, agriculture, education or public history, this hands-on opportunity offers a chance to learn, grow and support the museum’s work.

📅 Internship term: Jan. 18-April 24, 2027
📍 Location: Nashville, Tenn.
📄 Details and application: https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/department/careers.html

Applications are due by Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026.

Careers & Internships The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is proud to serve every Tennessean every single day. With a wide variety of career opportunities statewide, we invite you to join our team. Apply now through the State of Tennessee Careers Portal. To see all of the current job listings fo...

09/14/2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening of delicious food, great company and historic surroundings at our annual Dinner on the Lawn fundraising event.

Enjoy a memorable meal among our historic cabins as we celebrate the Tennessee Agricultural Museum and its mission to preserve, educate and inspire future generations. This special gathering offers the perfect opportunity to relax, connect with friends and show your support for Tennessee’s rich agricultural heritage.

We invite you to be part of the evening and help directly support the preservation of Tennessee’s agricultural history for generations to come.

Find more information and get tickets online.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-on-the-lawn-tickets-1994095700921

09/08/2026

Now accepting applications for spring 2027 internships!

We are looking for a public history intern to join us this spring. If you’re interested in museum work, agriculture, education or public history, this hands-on opportunity offers a chance to learn, grow and support the museum’s work.



📅 Internship Term: Jan. 18-April 24, 2027
📍 Location: Nashville, Tenn.
📄 Details & Application: https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/department/careers.html



Applications are due by Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026.

09/04/2026

It was a sweet morning at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum. 🍎

Participants learned about apples and their role in Tennessee agriculture before getting creative and making their own delicious apple snacks. From learning about how apples are grown to enjoying a tasty treat, participants explored the many ways apples connect to agriculture.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a morning of learning, creativity and Tennessee agriculture. 🍏

08/27/2026

This week, we welcomed the Nashville Ag Club for breakfast, networking and an opportunity to explore our historical collections. Tennessee Department of Agriculture staff and Oscar L. Farris Agricultural Museum Association board members greeted the group and shared the history of Ellington Agricultural Center.

The Tennessee Agricultural Museum is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the museum to explore Tennessee’s agricultural history and discover something new.