Moving to Tennessee

Tennessee became the 16th US state on June 1st 1796. Tennessee is also known as the Volunteer state which is a military reference to the troops in the civil war who fought bravely.

Origin of state’s name: The name Tennessee owes it origins to the Indian word for town or gathering place.

Capital city: The capital of Tennessee is Nashville which is also known as the country western music capital of the world. The state of Tennessee is surrounded by several other states including Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina and Virginia.

Population: The population of Tennessee is in excess of 5.6 million people based on the last census in 2000.
Economy: Tennessee is well known throughout the world as horse breeding country and a big agricultural state. Dairy and poultry farming as well as cotton and some tobacco harvesting contribute to the states economy. The state also makes heavy mechanical equipment and specialized scientific instruments.

State Bird: The state bird is the Mocking Bird or Mimus Polyglottos which is characterized by its beautiful singing voice and animated movement. The Mocking Bird is also the state bird for Florida and Arkansas.

State Flower: The state flower is the Iris or Iridaceae which comes in may different colors however the purple Iris is generally considered the state flower.

State Song: Tennessee has may state songs as one might expect from a state known for its famous country music. The following are some of the states songs.
My Tennessee
My Homeland Tennessee
The Tennessee Waltz

State Animal: The state animal is the Raccoon which is a furry little animal known having dark circle of hair around it eyes making it look somewhat like a bandit.

Tennessee – Interesting Facts
Davy Crockett was a native of Tennessee
Nashville is home to the infamous Grand Ole Opry
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is located in Tennessee and is one of the most visited national parks n the country.
The smoky mountains got their name from the fact that at certain times a greyish, bluish tinge is seen around the mountains from a distance.
Graceland, the home to Elvis Presley is located in Memphis.
The National Civil Rights Museum was built at the same location as where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was killed.

Tennessee – Famous People
Many famous people were born and raised in Tennessee and Tennessee is currently home to many famous people. Actors, authors, athletes, entertainers and politicians have all called Tennessee home. Dolly Parton, Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner were all born in Tennessee. Al Gore former US vice president was also born in this great state as was the great actress Dinah Shore and the great author Alex Haley.


Beautiful cities, scenic surroundings, friendly people and a statewide devotion to music of all kinds, there’s plenty to appreciate living in Tennessee. As the third most affordable state to live in, the majority of Tennessee’s population lives in urban areas, although farms and small towns are still quite prevalent.


Moving To Tennessee

Tennessee is a Southern state of the United States. Many other states that can be found bordering Tennessee include Kentucky and Virginia to the north of the state, North Carolina to the east, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi to its south, and on the west by Arkansas and Missouri. The state is bisected by the Tennessee River.

Tennessee at one time was known for its steam boats and railroads as a way to move around the state, then it became a state that contributed to American roots music, from bluegrass, country, gospel and blues to rock 'n' roll and soul.

Many places throughout Tennessee can be a reminder of this states musical history. The Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville has served as a stage to many talented artist and is home to the "world's longest running radio show".

If you are moving to Tennessee and love the outdoors then you will like the fact that Tennessee has many state parks both natural and historical. These state parks include Natchez Trace State Park and Mousetail Landing State Park. If nature is not on your list then you might consider looking up the many festivals this state has to offer.

If you are moving to Henderson or Decatur Counties in Tennessee let Preferred Realty find that perfect home or farm for you.