John Sevier's Plantation in South Knoxville is called Marble Springs. That seems like a somewhat hopeful name given that I see no evidence of marble in the area, only the pre-metamorphic form of marble, limestone. The monument is very instructive about location, who, and when it was erected.
We parked in the field just above the monument. My wife is headed down to the plantation buildings.
My daughter-in-law and several grandchildren watch as two of the boys try out "Game of Graces". (1)
Her oldest daughter got the hang of it after a bit. The 3 stars of Tennessee flag remind me of how different our state is geographically, historically, politically, and about every other way that I can think of.
Mamaw has a silly moment demonstrating the paper wig to the girls.
Two Marble Springs volunteers are preparing an apple pie the old way.
A Tavern Replica
Replica of the Sevier home living room with a portrait of Bonny Kate on the mantle and one of John on the stairwell.
Family in the attached kitchen looking over cooking tools on the dining table and distracted by passersby.
John Sevier surveys his life of struggle and accomplishment.
The loom shedding in preparation for picking the shuttle (2). The restorer of this pre-1906 loom is assisted by her daughter. The relative dating of the loom was done by observing the pre-manufactured, cut nails and the tight oak woodgrain.
A component of the family watches the drill underway.
The militia is missing a few able-bodied men this day.
Little sister comforts the little guy who is not quite so enthusiastic about the drill.
Powder only discharged toward the woods.
The blacksmith says he is totally self-taught. He showed that he does know his work.
After the event, we retreated to a nearby park behind Bonny Kate Elementary School. Then my wife and I went over to her oldest sister's house for some reminiscing. I love this candid shot of them laughing over old photos and childhood memories.
These are four of the five sisters. It is still amazing that all eight siblings are alive.
True history of the founding and establishment of our nation is good and family time is better, but God who gives all good things to enjoy is best. May you relish and remember your blessings at every opportunity.
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