Athens is a small city in McMinn County, Tennessee. Before the city was established in 1822 and chosen as a county seat, the area was populated by Cherokee Indians. The city is surrounded by the Unicoi Mountains, the Tennessee River and the Starr Mountain. McMinn County Living Heritage Museum is great place to learn about the culture and history of the area. Athens is also home to the Swift Museum Foundation, a museum that shows history of famous Swift training planes. Loch Low-Minn quary lake is great spot for fishing and scuba diving. CDC information for travelers. Hours/availability may have changed.
6 Best Things to Do in Athens, Tennessee
- Mayfield Dairy Farm, Photo: Mayfield Dairy Farm
- McMinn County Living Heritage Museum, Photo: McMinn County Living Heritage Museum
- The Gardens of Sunshine Hollow, Athens, TN, Photo: ChemiQ/stock.adobe.com
- Swift Museum Foundation, Athens, TN, Photo: Swift Museum Foundation
- Loch Low-Minn Scuba Diving Resort, Athens, TN, Photo: Loch Low-Minn Scuba Diving Resort
- Buddy's BBQ, Athens, TN, Photo: nata_zhekova/stock.adobe.com
- Cover Photo: City of Athens, Tennessee
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