Children's Museums

Wynnewood State Historic Site

Name: Wynnewood State Historic Site
Address: 210 Old Hwy 25, Castalian Springs, TN 37031, Castalian Springs, TN, US
Telephone: (615) 452-7070
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (99 reviews)

📍 210 Old Hwy 25, Castalian Springs, TN 37031

📞 (615) 452-7070

🌐 historiccastaliansprings.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	9:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday	9:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday	9:30 AM–4:30 PM
Sunday	9:30 AM–4:30 PM

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About Wynnewood State Historic Site

Log stagecoach inn from the 19th century. Restored 1838 log building, a former stagecoach inn & mineral springs resort, with tours offered. Wynnewood State Historic Site comprises three distinct historic house museums spanning over three decades: Cragfont (ca. 1798), Hawthorn Hill (ca. 1805), and Wynnewood (ca. 1830), showcasing architectural evolution of the era. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 99 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Historic House Museums
Location: Middle Tennessee
Highlights: Three unique historic sites spanning 1798-1830
Focus: Tennessee history and heritage

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️Wynnewood State Historic Site comprises three distinct historic house museums spanning over three decades: Cragfont (ca. 1798), Hawthorn Hill (ca. 1805), and Wynnewood (ca. 1830), showcasing architectural evolution of the era
⭐The primary structure is a restored 1838 log building that originally functioned as a stagecoach inn and mineral springs resort, representing a rare example of 19th-century travel and leisure infrastructure
⭐Tour guides at the site, such as Catie, actively conduct ongoing historical research into the lives of former residents, indicating the site serves as a living historical research center

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Book a guided tour with a staff member - reviewers consistently praised knowledgeable guides like Catie who provide deep historical insights about the families and homes. Tours appear to be the best way to experience the three historic houses.
💬Arrive early or call ahead to confirm operating hours. Multiple reviews mention staffing issues causing unexpected closures or delayed openings, so verify the site is open before visiting, especially if traveling from a distance.
🕐Plan for afternoon visits (tours available until late afternoon/evening). Reviewers noted successfully booking last-tour-of-the-day experiences without advance tickets, making this a flexible option for spontaneous visits.
💡This is a hidden gem worth the visit - reviewers called it a 'hidden gem' with rich, well-preserved history across three distinct 18th-19th century houses. It's underrated and less crowded than major attractions.
💬No advance tickets required - you can pay on arrival without booking in advance, making it convenient for road-trippers or those with flexible schedules near Bledsoe Creek camping areas.