Situated on an international waterway and located right at the intersection of three major interstate highways, Knoxville is a place that seems to draw people from all over. It has a pleasant, temperate climate, rarely too hot or too cold, and the visitor is unlikely break a sweat or shake with chills. It also has a great deal of folksy charm, and a thriving local cultural scene.

Founded and incorporated in 1791, Knoxville has a rich and complex history. It was named by William Blount, who sought to honor President Washington's War Secretary, Henry Knox. If you wish to find out more, pay a visit to the East Tennessee Historical Society, which spices up its exhaustive and detailed cataloging of local history with frequent special exhibits.