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The Clement Railroad Hotel Museum, located in the 1913 Hotel Halbrook in Dickson, TN, explores regional history, highlights Governor Frank G. Education. Events.

Clement’s legacy, and preserves the rich heritage of Tennessee through engaging exhibits State Historic Site. Tours. Venue Rental. Membership. Community Center. All at the heart of Dickson. The Hotel Halbrook, the home of the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum, was constructed in 1913 and is one of the few remaining examples of a railroad hotel in a small Tennessee town. It functioned as a hotel until 1954. On June 9, 2009, it opened to the public once again and became officially known as the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum, under the Tennessee Historical Commission. The Museum explores the history and heritage of Dickson County, the Western Highland Rim, and the State of Tennessee through exhibits and collections relating to the railroad, iron ore industry, commerce, the Civil War, settlement, and the accomplishments of Tennessee Governor Frank G. Clement. The Museum is fortunate to have many artifacts and items that once belonged to Governor Clement and his family. Museum visitors can see the rooms where the Clements' lived while managing the Hotel Halbrook as well as exhibits featuring Governor Clement's early years, campaigns, and accomplishments. Here at the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum, we educate and provide events for the community, give tours throughout the museum, provide membership to visitors, offer venue rental and are a visitor center right at the heart of Dickson. This project is funded under an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Tennessee Historical Commission.

11/04/2026

🎄🥃 CHRISTMAS DURING WARTIME! 🥃🎄

History and a good drink… what could be better?! Join us at the Clement Museum on Thursday, December 3, for a special holiday edition of “Pouring Over the Past”!

Discover how Americans celebrated Christmas during the Civil War, World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. From Christmas at the White House to soldiers on the battlefield and families back home, explore how holiday traditions endured through some of our nation’s most challenging times.

🍸 Along the way, enjoy four historically accurate drinks, each representing a different era of American history!

Celebrate the season with us as we raise a glass to history, tradition, and the enduring spirit of Christmas!

🎟️ Tickets are available now and are extremely limited!
🔗 Ticket link: https://clementrailroadmuseum.org/gift-shop/ols/products/pouring-over-the-past

📍 Clement Railroad Hotel Museum | Dickson, TN

11/04/2026

Today marks the 57th anniversary of the tragic death of Tennessee’s 41st Governor, Frank G. Clement.

On November 4, 1969, Clement was killed in an automobile accident along Franklin Pike in Davidson County. He was just 49 years old. Having left office in 1967, he l returned to practicing law and was rumored to be preparing for another gubernatorial campaign. His sudden death ended one of Tennessee’s most remarkable political stories.

First elected in 1952 at just 32 years old, Clement became Tennessee’s second-youngest governor. Serving 10 years across three historic terms, he remains the state’s second-longest-serving governor.

His many accomplishments included:

• Providing free textbooks to public school students in grades 1–12.
• Establishing the Tennessee Department of Mental Health.
• Modernizing Tennessee’s highways and transportation infrastructure.
• Expanding vocational education and community colleges.
• Becoming the first Southern governor to veto a segregation bill.
• Helping transform Tennessee into a modern industrial state.

Born in a railroad hotel in Dickson, Clement rose to the governor’s office and the national political stage, even delivering the keynote address at the 1956 Democratic National Convention at just 36 years old.

Today, the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum - Hotel Halbrook State Historic Site preserves his story in the very building where he was born.

57 years later, we remember his extraordinary life, his public service, and his enduring legacy in Tennessee history.

11/03/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Election Day from the Clement Museum! 🇺🇸

Today, November 3, Tennesseans will elect our state’s 51st governor!

74 years ago (well, technically 73 years and 364 days ago), on November 4, 1952, Dickson County native, Frank G. Clement was elected Tennessee’s 41st governor!

But did you know that Clement made history in more ways than one?

When Clement was elected in 1952, Tennessee governors only served two-year terms. A 1953 state constitutional convention changed those terms to four years beginning with the 1954 election. After winning reelection, Clement became the last Tennessee governor to serve a two-year term and the first to serve a four-year term!

There was just one catch! The new constitution prohibited consecutive four-year terms, although there was no lifetime term limit.

Unable to run again in 1958, Clement was succeeded by his Commissioner of Agriculture, Buford Ellington, who became Tennessee’s 42nd governor. Clement returned to office in 1962, followed by Ellington again in 1966!

This period of TN history became known as the “Leapfrog Era,” when Tennessee had just TWO governors over 18 years (1953–1971).

The prohibition on consecutive terms remained until constitutional changes in the 1970s established today’s system, allowing governors to serve two consecutive four-year terms.

As you head to the polls today, remember that today’s elections become tomorrow’s history!

🇺🇸 Happy Election Day! Get out and VOTE! 🇺🇸

📸 1) “Elect Clement” Button, 1952. 2) “Re-Elect Clement 2nd Term” Button, 1954. 3) “re-elect Frank Clement Governor” Necktie, 1954. 4) “Keep Cool With Clement for Governor” Hand-fan, 1962.

10/31/2026

Last night’s “Wanted at the Hotel Halbrook” Murder Mystery was an absolute blast!

We want to extend a HUGE thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a success! We hope you had as much fun solving the mystery as we did bringing it to life.

We hope everyone has a fun, safe, and happy Halloween 🎃

10/28/2026

The Clement Railroad Hotel Museum will be closed today (October 28th) and will reopen tomorrow (Thursday, October 29th) from 9am to 5pm. Thanks!

10/24/2026

For years, people have claimed that the Clement Musuem at the Hotel Halbrook State Historic Site is haunted. Strange noises, unexplained sightings, and things that go bump in the night…

Well, folks, we think we FINALLY caught something on camera! 📹😱

Take a look at this shocking footage and judge for yourself! 👀 👻

Aaaaaand while we are speaking of mysteries… 🔎🔪

Join us on Friday, October 30, at 7:00 PM for “Wanted at the Hotel Halbrook,” our Western-themed Murder Mystery Night!

Put on your best Western attire and get ready for an evening of mystery, murder, and fun! Prizes will be awarded for the best costume and our top sleuth!

🎟️ Tickets are just $20, and we still have a VERY LIMITED number available! Don’t wait until they disappear like our ghost!

Get your tickets here: https://clementrailroadmuseum.org/gift-shop/ols/products/murder-mystery-ticket

10/23/2026

Last night’s 2026 Legacy Event at the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum was truly a great night!!

We were honored to celebrate three remarkable individuals: Sunita Mani, Steve Bass, and the late Phil Ponder, all of which have left a lasting legacy on our community and the State of Tennessee.

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our sponsors, donors, and everyone who attended. Your generosity, friendship, and continued support made this special evening possible.

The Legacy Event is about more than recognizing outstanding individuals. It is about celebrating our history, honoring those who have shaped our communities, and ensuring that the stories of Tennessee’s past continue to be preserved for future generations.

Because of YOU, we are able to continue our mission of preserving the historic Hotel Halbrook and sharing the remarkable history found within its walls.

From all of us at the Clement Museum, THANK YOU for making Legacy 2026 such a tremendous success! ❤️

We look forward to sharing more photographs and highlights from this unforgettable evening in the days ahead!

10/22/2026

🎉 LEGACY 2026 IS HERE! 🎉

Tonight, the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum – Hotel Halbrook State Historic Site proudly hosts our 2026 Legacy Event!

🚪 Doors open at 5:30 PM for our ticket holders, who will enjoy an evening of heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and camaraderie.

🏆 Our program begins around 6:30 PM as we come together to celebrate and honor our three outstanding 2026 Legacy honorees:

🌟 Sunita Mani
🌟 Steve Bass
🌟 Phil Ponder (In Memoriam)

We look forward to welcoming everyone for an unforgettable evening of celebration, history, and gratitude!

See you tonight at the Clement Museum! 🥂

10/22/2026

In preparation for tonight’s Legacy event, CRHM will be closed until 5:30pm when doors open for the event. We hope to see you tonight!!!

10/21/2026

🎉 TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY! 🎉

Can you believe that we are just ONE DAY away from the Clement Museum’s Annual Legacy Event!

Tomorrow, October 22, we will gather at the historic Hotel Halbrook State Historic Site to celebrate the remarkable individuals who have helped shape the history, culture, and communities of Tennessee.

🏆 This year, we are proud to honor Sunita Mani, Steve Bass, and the late Phil Ponder for their extraordinary contributions and lasting legacies.

For our site, the Legacy Event is more than an evening of celebration. It is an opportunity to come together in support of historic preservation, ensuring that the stories, people, and places that define our shared heritage are preserved for generations to come.

📅 Thursday, October 22
📍 Clement Railroad Hotel Museum – Hotel Halbrook State Historic Site
🕠 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
🎤 Program Begins: Approximately 6:30 PM

🎟️ It’s not too late to join us! Tickets are still available, and we would love to have you be part of this special evening.

👉 https://clementrailroadmuseum.org/gift-shop/ols/products/2026-legacy-event-ticket

We look forward to celebrating with you tomorrow night!

Address

100 Frank Clement Place
Dickson, TN
37055

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

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+16154460500

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