Cookeville History Museum

About Cookeville History Museum

The Cookeville History Museum houses a self-paced permanent exhibit documenting the community's past, with a timeline around the building that traces settlement from the area's first people through to the present day. The front gallery features local history exhibits, traveling exhibits, and collection displays that rotate throughout the year. Visitors explore the museum at their own pace, learning about Cookeville's heritage through these carefully curated presentations. The museum operates Tuesday through Saturday during regular daytime hours and offers general admission free of charge. It functions as part of the City of Cookeville's Department of Leisure Services and Public Facilities, Historical Arts Division. The museum welcomes people interested in understanding the region's development and community stories. Located in Cookeville, Tennessee, it serves as a resource for residents and travelers seeking to engage with local history.