Red Clay State Historic Park

10/22/2026

Thank you

10/21/2026

Learn about Cherokee history and culture with us for Native American Heritage Month in November!

Tour the historic Red Clay Council Grounds, get creative by painting a watercolor card or cornhusk doll class*, or listen to a few traditional tales with our ambassador rabbit, Tito!

For more information and to sign up, check out our Events page! https://tnstateparks.com/parks/red-clay

*Please note that you MUST sign up for the Cornhusk Doll, Wood Cookie Ornament, and Watercolor Cards programs to participate.

10/21/2026

🌿 Calling all young explorers!

Red Clay State Historic Park now has its very own Junior Ranger activity book. Packed with self-guided activities, it encourages kids to explore the park, discover local wildlife and history, and learn more about the natural world around them.

Purchase a copy for $4.00 in the park gift shop and complete the activities to be officially sworn in as a Junior Ranger. We can't wait to see your next adventure begin!

10/17/2026

🧢Your head deserves a new hat!🧢

These 5 panel trucker hats from American Backcountry are now available in our gift shop. The hats feature the Waterspider design and come in a fun navy/gold combo (pictured here.)

Stop by our gift shop and get yours today!

Gift shop hours: Sunday-Monday 1:00pm-4:30pm & Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am-4:30pm

10/17/2026

Come see us at New Echota State Historic Site’s (in GA) Cherokee Heritage Day next weekend and learn about the former Cherokee capital!

10/16/2026

The Red Clay rangers have been busy with educational programs this fall. 📝🍁

From big public school groups to smaller homeschool co-ops, we do it all!

If you’ve missed our regular programming, don’t worry- we’ll be back in November with Native Heritage Month programs.

10/12/2026

Today and every day, we celebrate the rich culture and heritage of our past, present and future and honor the resilience of our ancestors. ❤️

10/10/2026

👕Women's T-Shirts Have Arrived!👕

Our gift shop now offers a women's tee in addition to our wide selection of unisex shirts. The Folk Raven & Folk Rabbit designs from American Backcountry are printed on Bella Canvas and come in two colors each.

(Folk Raven- Toast & Vintage Denim, pictured here & Folk Rabbit- Vintage Brown & Maroon, pictured here.)

Stop by our gift shop and get yours today!

Gift shop hours: Sunday-Monday 1:00pm-4:30pm & Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am-4:30pm.

10/09/2026

Welcome to Red Clay State Historic Park, where natural and cultural history intertwine! Whether you’re a history buff or a nature nerd, we’ve got a beautiful piece of Tennessee to share with you.

Visit us to learn about Red Clay’s role in the story of the Cherokee, take a trek through our native grassland, or visit the sacred Blue Hole Spring.

For more information, visit our Tennessee State Parks website here: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/red-clay

10/09/2026

Come see Ranger Taylor at the Green Eyes Festival on October 17th to hear some Cherokee stories about the monsters that lurk in the mountains!

Ready to hear some great stories?🟢🟢

Ranger Taylor Young, a park interpretive ranger at Red Clay State Historical Park, will be returning to the Green Eyes Festival stage! Named 2025’s Outstanding New Interpreter by the National Association for Interpretation for her dedication to connecting children to history and nature, Ranger Young is an amazing educator and storyteller who we can’t wait for you all to hear from!