Children's Museums

Sumner County Museum

Name: Sumner County Museum
Address: 183 W Main St, Gallatin, TN 37066, Gallatin, TN, US
Telephone: (615) 451-3738
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (48 reviews)

📍 183 W Main St, Gallatin, TN 37066

📞 (615) 451-3738

🌐 sumnercountymuseum.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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About Sumner County Museum

Local history in a 19th-century building. Founded in 1975, this museum in a 19th-century building features local history exhibits & artifacts. Founded in 1975, the Sumner County Museum is housed in a 19th-century building and serves as a repository for local history spanning from Native American heritage forward. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 48 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Natural History Museum
Location: Gallatin, TN (behind historic Trousdale Place)
Focus: Sumner County history and Grand Ole Opry heritage
50th Anniversary: 2025 marks museum's 50th anniversary
Admission: Suggested donation $5 per person

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️Founded in 1975, the Sumner County Museum is housed in a 19th-century building and serves as a repository for local history spanning from Native American heritage forward
⭐The museum features exhibits on Grand Ole Opry heritage and Possum Hunters music history, including a collaborative Possum Hunters album project partnership with Volunteer State Community College
⭐The Candlelight Cemetery Tours are a recurring special event that uses actors to portray famous and notable citizens from Sumner County's history, described as an annual family highlight by visitors
⭐The Hidden History Passport program launched on May 1st, offering an interactive way for visitors to explore local history across multiple locations in Sumner County

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Plan ahead for the Candlelight Cemetery Tour - it's a highly popular annual tradition that offers a unique, immersive way to learn about Sumner County's notable historical figures through costumed actors. This special event is a must-do for families.
🕐Visit during regular operating hours (Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm, March-November) to ensure the museum is open, or call/email ahead if you need to visit December-February or outside these times, as winter hours are by appointment only.
💡Engage directly with the staff when you visit - reviewers highlighted how knowledgeable and personable the museum staff are at explaining exhibits and sharing local history, which significantly enhances the experience beyond just viewing artifacts.
💡The Hidden History Passport program (opens May 1st) and the Possum Hunters album project partnership with Volunteer State Community College offer unique, in-depth learning opportunities about local bluegrass music and regional history beyond the standard museum tour.
💬With a suggested donation model of just $5 per person, this is an exceptionally affordable cultural experience - you can explore Sumner County history, Native American heritage, and Grand Ole Opry connections without breaking the budget.