General Longstreet Museum/Lakeway Civil War Preservation Assoc.

General Longstreet Museum/Lakeway Civil War Preservation Assoc. The General Longstreet Museum is a centerpiece of the Tennessee Civil War Trails in East Tennessee. January and February by appointment only.

The museum is open April - December, Tues.-Sat. 10 am - 5 pm. Group and school tours are available year-round by special arrangement. This historic house was occupied by General James Longstreet and his troops during the winter of 1863-64. Period artifacts and displays help tell the story of the East Tennessee's part in the Civil War.

Join us at The General Longstreet Museum on Saturday, September 19, from 2:00–4:00 PM for an art reception featuring the...
09/05/2026

Join us at The General Longstreet Museum on Saturday, September 19, from 2:00–4:00 PM for an art reception featuring the work of Caroline Blanks!

Meet the artist, view a selection of her paintings, and enjoy an afternoon of art, history, and conversation at the museum.

It's a great day to be in East Tennessee and we're glad to have Michael Hardy here with us!
08/22/2026

It's a great day to be in East Tennessee and we're glad to have Michael Hardy here with us!

08/20/2026

Join us on August 22nd at 3:00 p.m. for a special afternoon of history with guest speaker Michael Hardy.

Hardy is an award-winning historian and author of nearly thirty books, with decades of research into the Civil War and the history of Appalachia. His acclaimed works explore everything from the experiences of common soldiers and individual regiments to the battles, communities, and everyday realities of America’s Civil War.

That’s Saturday, August 22nd at 3:00 PM, at the General Longstreet Museum in Russellville, Tennessee!

We sincerely thank the Bradford-Rose S.C.V. Camp for tending to the headstones of Charles P. Nenney and Sarah Nenney.The...
08/13/2026

We sincerely thank the Bradford-Rose S.C.V. Camp for tending to the headstones of Charles P. Nenney and Sarah Nenney.

They were the parents of Charles G. Nenney, who rented his house to General Longstreet and his staff in late December 1863.

The weather is holding, all is well, and the camps are open!Come see the old times, not forgotten. There's still plenty ...
08/01/2026

The weather is holding, all is well, and the camps are open!

Come see the old times, not forgotten. There's still plenty to experience at the Longstreet Museum's Living History day. Bring the family and step back in time!

It was great to welcome our good friend Dan Patterson, great-grandson of General James Longstreet, and his family back t...
07/16/2026

It was great to welcome our good friend Dan Patterson, great-grandson of General James Longstreet, and his family back to the Longstreet Museum for another visit!

Dan has visited us a few times over the years, and it's always a pleasure to spend time together, catch up, and share the latest projects and exhibits at the museum. We truly value the friendship we've built with him and his family, and we're grateful for their continued interest in preserving General Longstreet's legacy and the history of East Tennessee.

Thank you, Dan, for making the trip once again. We always enjoy your visits and look forward to seeing you and your family again soon!

Step back in time with us at the General Longstreet Museum for our Living History Open House on Saturday, August 1, 2026...
07/09/2026

Step back in time with us at the General Longstreet Museum for our Living History Open House on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a wonderful family-friendly event and a great opportunity for children to experience history in a hands-on, memorable way. Visitors can see original relics and antiques, watch campfire cooking and r***e demonstrations, and meet soldiers on site as they bring camp life and local history to life. Bring the kids, invite your friends, and spend the day with us in Russellville learning about the past in a fun and meaningful way. Admission is free during the Open House, and donations are greatly appreciated to help us keep history alive for future generations.

The General Longstreet Museum
5915 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy, Russellville, Tennessee
(423) 438-0968

Stop by and see us this afternoon! Join us for a photography reception from Noon to 2:00 PM, featuring the work of Randy...
06/06/2026

Stop by and see us this afternoon! Join us for a photography reception from Noon to 2:00 PM, featuring the work of Randy Ball and his exhibit Famous Faces, Local Stages. We also have several new displays and exhibits for you to explore. We hope to see you there!

Long before they became household names, many musicians performed on small stages across the region. Famous Faces, Local...
05/29/2026

Long before they became household names, many musicians performed on small stages across the region. Famous Faces, Local Stages features photographs by Randy Ball capturing well-known artists early in their careers, preserving moments from their journey to fame.

Join us for an artist reception with Randy Ball on Saturday, June 6, from Noon to 2:00 PM at the Longstreet Museum. Hear the stories behind the photographs and explore this unique exhibition.

Admission Free!

We’re in Morristown today at the WCRK Strawberry Festival! The museum is open as well, and it’s a great day to share sto...
05/16/2026

We’re in Morristown today at the WCRK Strawberry Festival! The museum is open as well, and it’s a great day to share stories with the public about the Civil War in East Tennessee.

Address

5915 E Andrew Johnson Highway
Russellville, TN
37860

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+14234380968

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