Cheatham County Museum to Host “Our American Story” Traveling Exhibit

The Cheatham County Historical & Genealogical Association will host the Tennessee State Museum’s traveling exhibit, “Our American Story: Voices from Tennessee,” at the Cheatham County Museum in Ashland City from September 1-30, 2026.

“Our American Story: Voices from Tennessee” highlights Tennesseans whose lives and legacies connect to the broader history of the United States. According to the Tennessee State Museum, featured figures include Cherokee leader Ostenaco, Battle of Kings Mountain messenger Joseph Greer, Tennessee’s first governor John Sevier, suffragist Abby Crawford Milton, Tennessee Supreme Court Chief Justice Adolpho A. Birch Jr., and astronaut Barry Wilmore.

The traveling exhibit was developed in connection with the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and gives local communities an opportunity to explore Tennessee history through individual stories. The exhibit includes freestanding panels and is traveling to museums and organizations across the state.

The Cheatham County Museum is located at 835 S. Main Street in Ashland City. Museum hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.