Paris, Henry County, TN

Eiffel Tower

Phone: (901) 642-3431
Address: 650 Volunteer Dr. Paris, TN 38242
Description: In 1992 an engineering class at CBU in Memphis designed the original replica of the Eiffel Tower as an engineering project. It then occurred to them that too much work had gone into the project just to dismantle it. The University offered it to the City of Paris as a gift. The original structure was redesigned at a cost of $77,000 and is approximately 60 feet tall.

Henry County Courthouse

Phone: (731) 642-0461
Address: 213 West Washington Street Paris, TN 38242
Description: Despite several renovations over the years, the courthouse retains original woodwork, including the staircase banisters, judges benches, and fireplace mantle. In 1996, as part of a Tennessee bicentennial project and in commemoration of Henry County’s 175th birthday and the 100th anniversary of the current courthouse, the main hallway was renovated with some of the water damaged woodwork replaced. Chandeliers and floor tiles were added and a former doorway converted into a display case. The addition of oil portraits of notable citizens, including U.S. Congressman John Wesley Crockett, son of the legendary David Crockett; “Miss Pearl” Routon, artist and florist who successfully lobbied the state legislature to have the iris named as the official state flower; Commissioner Christine Reynolds, the first female member of the governor’s cabinet; and Associate Justice Howell Jackson of the U.S. Supreme Court, will continue to grace the courthouse hallway.

Krider Performing Arts Center

Phone: (731) 644-2517
Address: 650 Volunteer Drive Paris, TN 38242
Description: The Krider Performing Arts Center is dedicated to bringing in a wide variety of quality performances to the Paris/Henry County Area. It was built in 1998 in cooperation with the City of Paris and the Paris Special School District. The Krider Center stage measures 28 by 28 feet with seating for 605 people. It features a state of the art professional sound system, and a trained technician available for your sound and lighting needs. The Krider Center is available throughout the year for musical, dance, and theatrical performances, as well as conferences, seminars and church meetings. Rates vary for profit and non-profit groups.

Paris-Henry County Heritage Center

Phone: (731) 642-1030
Address: 614 North Poplar Street Paris, TN 38242
Description: Established in 1989, the Heritage Center is located in Cavitt Place, the most prestigious mansion in Paris when it was built in 1916. One state historical expert called the Italian Renaissance Revival “the jewel in the crown of Paris.” The Heritage Center is a local history museum, featuring quarterly exhibits in addition to regular tours of this beautiful building. Much more than a storehouse for artifacts, we call the Heritage Center a teaching museum. It is a place were people can learn about our shared past. (Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10am — 4pm & Saturday 10am —2pm)

Paris Landing State Park

Phone: (731) 642-4311 or 800-250-8614
Address: 400 Lodge Road Buchanan, TN 38222
Description: Paris Landing State Park is an 841-acre park located on the western shore of the Tennessee River. The park sits on the widest part of the lake (3 miles wide) and is the perfect location for all water sports such as fishing, boating, swimming, and skiing. On land, there is plenty of activity with golfing, hiking, camping, or just relaxing and enjoying the natural beauty and wildlife. Be on the lookout for deer, turkey, fox, and coyote that roam the park. Eagles can be seen in the winter months. There's a lot to do and see at Paris Landing State Park!

Paris Winery

Phone: (731) 644-9500
Address: 3050 Harvey Bowden Rd Paris, TN 38242
Description: “A Taste of Italy with Tennessee Hospitality.” Enjoy a relaxed country setting and old world charm on a 100-acre working family farm, vineyard and winery. Experience complimentary wine tasting and Venetian architecture at our granite wine tasting bar. Venture down the spiral staircase inviting you underground to our barrel vaulted wine cellar. Also, picnic near the pond or stroll through the vineyards while enjoying our handcrafted wines. Light fare available-lunches with advanced reservations or bring your own. We welcome large groups and tour buses. Plenty of parking is available for large vehicles with plenty of seating. (Hours: Sun – Thur 10:00- 6:00 PM & summer hours Fri & Sat 10:00 – 8:00 PM)

Robert E. Lee School Academy For The Arts

Phone: (731) 642-3411
Address: 402 Lee Street Paris, TN 38242
Description: The Robert E. Lee School, listed on the National Historic Register and on a site dedicated to education since 1825, has been restored and is in use as a center for arts education and arts related activities. Ten classrooms house classes in visual arts, dance, ceramics, children's music, crafts, and voice and instrumental instruction. Artists rent additional rooms as studios and local groups hold monthly meetings, as requested, and there are regular concerts. The building has also been marked as an historic site by the Colonial Dames of the 17th Century. Monthly the Tennessee River Fine Arts league hangs an exhibit featuring local and area visual artists. The show is the fourth Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8 pm. The building is open for tourists and browsers from 3 to 6 pm on Fridays and 10 to 2pm on Saturdays as well as other hours when classes are in session. Visitors are welcome to tour or shop or attend concerts or enroll in classes.

W.G. Rhea Public Library

Phone: (731) 642-1702
Address: 400 W. Washington St. Paris, TN 38242
Description: The genealogy department of W.G. Rhea Public Library and the Henry County Archives, while located in separate buildings, are one in purpose. Both are supported by dedicated volunteers who continually strive to protect, preserve and present the genealogy and history of the county for researchers; both locally, and those who travel great distances to utilize one of the best research facilities for its size, anywhere. The dedication of these volunteers is recognized by not only the many visitors who travel here each year, but also by our state archives and local government. In addition, both maintain websites that handle more than a thousand requests for assistance annually from throughout the world. The following hours are open to the public, and additional hours at the archive are made available upon request for those traveling to the area. (Hours: Mon./Wed./ Fri./Sat, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. & Tue/Thu, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.)

The Tennessean Golf Course

Phone: (731) 642-7271
Address: 900 Olde Tennessee Trail Springville, TN 38256
Description: The Tennessean Golf Club was designed by one of golf's top designers, but only nature itself could provide the rugged terrain that makes this course truly extraordinary. Dramatic elevation changes and untouched woodlands bring exhilaration to your quest to master the game. Over 800 acres of land surrounds The Tennessean Golf Club and is available for development. This property can be purchased in total or could be subdivided into smaller tracts. Beautiful residential golf course lots, convenient to the lakes and area attractions, are ready for your retirement or vacation dream home.

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