The Army of the Cumberland Living History Corps will be on site to help us celebrate Black History month with this special one day event. This group is dedicated to preserving the memory of the Union Troops that were stationed in Nashville. Join us as we explore the American Civil War through the eyes of the USCT. *Regular admission rates apply.

The Board of Trustees will meet in the Creek House. This meeting is Open to the public.

Bring your favorite teddy bear and join us for an afternoon tea party! Tea, light refreshments, games and crafts will make this an afternoon to remember. Space is limited for this event so get your tickets now! Everyone (adults and children) who plans on attending will need to purchase a ticket for the event.

Celebrate Women’s History Month with this unique look behind the scenes. Guests will get a glimpse into the lives of the Davis women through the material culture they left behind. Fascinating items such as Andromedia’s hair will be brought out of the vault for this special event. Join us and explore the rich history of the Historic Sam Davis Home and the women who lived and worked here.

*Tickets are available for sale online. Limited seating available.

Live Music, Great Food, Drinks and Dancing at the historic barn. Bluegrass, Country and a little of everything in between is sure to make this a fun night to remember.

This is an annual event that you don’t want to miss. Step back in time and experience what life was like on a 19th century working farm. Spring was a busy time of the year with crops to be planted, animals to care for and so many other daily chores. Try your hand at spinning and weaving, visit the blacksmith, stop by the barn to see the animals…so many activities you will have so much fun!

Friday is open for field trips. Saturday is a public community day for families. *Regular admission rates apply. Bring your picnic lunch and stay for a full day of fun and hands on learning.

This annual fundraising event is the one that everyone will be talking about. Wine on the Veranda is a fun evening of great food, delicious wine, live music and more. Join us for VIP hour from 5-6pm and enjoy special food and wine pairings. General Admission to the event begins at 6pm.
Get your tickets and don’t miss out on this event of the season!

Join us for this Meet & Greet/ Book Signing and pick up a copy of Larry J. Daniel’s newest book.

Conquered: Why the Army of Tennessee Failed (Civil War America) Hardcover – May 20, 2019

Operating in the vast and varied trans-Appalachian west, the Army of Tennessee was crucially important to the military fate of the Confederacy. But under the principal leadership of generals such as Braxton Bragg, Joseph E. Johnston, and John Bell Hood, it won few major battles, and many regard its inability to halt steady Union advances into the Confederate heartland as a matter of failed leadership. Here, esteemed military historian Larry J. Daniel offers a far richer interpretation. Surpassing previous work that has focused on questions of command structure and the force's fate on the fields of battle, Daniel provides the clearest view to date of the army's inner workings, from top-level command and unit cohesion to the varied experiences of common soldiers and their connections to the home front. Drawing from his mastery of the relevant sources, Daniel's book is a thought-provoking reassessment of an army's fate, with important implications for Civil War history and military history writ large.

*we will have copies of the book available for sale in the Museum Store. This is a free event.

If you would like to be a part of one of our most popular events, Ghost Tours, this is the night to come onsite and hear all of the details! Choose a scripted role, become a silent haunt, a hayride guide or volunteer around the fire pit. We need great volunteers to make this our most successfully scary event of the year. For questions email outreach@samdavishome.org

This is a spooktacular event that is fun for the whole family. Bigger than ever….this year is sure to make your spine tingle as your tour this historic property in the dark. Meet ghosts from the past, hear some of the most haunted tales in Tennessee, enter the historic house in the dark (if you dare) take our haunted hay ride..and so much more. *Last tour begins at 9pm each night.

This is a spooktacular event that is fun for the whole family. Bigger than ever….this year is sure to make your spine tingle as your tour this historic property in the dark. Meet ghosts from the past, hear some of the most haunted tales in Tennessee, enter the historic house in the dark (if you dare) take our haunted hay ride..and so much more. *Last tour begins at 9pm each night.

This is a spooktacular event that is fun for the whole family. Bigger than ever….this year is sure to make your spine tingle as your tour this historic property in the dark. Meet ghosts from the past, hear some of the most haunted tales in Tennessee, enter the historic house in the dark (if you dare) take our haunted hay ride..and so much more. *Last tour begins at 9pm each night.

This is a spooktacular event that is fun for the whole family. Bigger than ever….this year is sure to make your spine tingle as your tour this historic property in the dark. Meet ghosts from the past, hear some of the most haunted tales in Tennessee, enter the historic house in the dark (if you dare) take our haunted hay ride..and so much more. *Last tour begins at 9pm each night.

This is a day that we honor the memory of Sam Davis. Guest speaker (TBA) followed by a graveside service and wreath laying ceremony. Lantern tours will be guided around the property where guest will meet people from the past and hear the story of Sam’s life and untimely death. *Regular admission for this event.

You’ve heard of black Friday and small business Saturday…and we would like to invite you to join us for Museum Store Sunday. Shop for unique gifts in our Museum store and support this local non-profit. Special sales and discounts will be offered during this one day only event.

Bring your family and enjoy a day of 19th century holiday tradition. Make an ornament for your tree, roast chestnuts over our open fire while sipping wassail and listening to carolers. Take as candlelit tour of the historic house and see how the Davis family celebrated the holidays. *Regular admission

Bring your family and take a tour of the historic house and hear all about Victorian Christmas traditions and how the Davis family celebrated the holidays. Enjoy hot chocolate as you do some last minute shopping in our Museum Store.