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VISITOR’S GUIDEwww.visitsweetwater.com
Shop. Dine. Play.
CITY OF SWEETWATER . . . . . . . . 423.337.6979203 Monroe Street • Sweetwater, Tennessee 37874www.sweetwatertn.net
MONROE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM . . . 800.245.5428www.monroecounty.com
MONROE COUNTYCHAMBER OF COMMERCE. . . . 423.442.4588www.monroecountychamber.org
TENNESSEE WILDLIFE RESOURCE AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . 800.332.0900www.tennessee.gov/twra
Cover photography, Mayes Avenue and the Train Car photos by Robert BurlesonDesign by The Bingham Group
Thank You For VisitingThe Sweetest Town In Tennessee!
V I S I T O R ’ S G U I D E
The Sweetest Town In Tennessee!
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Just off I-75, tucked away in the gently rolling hills between Chattanooga and Knoxville, the city
of Sweetwater is an oasis from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. From the moment you cross
our city limits, you’ll experience a hassle-free way of living. We strive to provide individuals and
families with a safe, comfortable, and uncrowded destination from which they can experience
the wonders of East Tennessee. • Sweetwater appeals to the history buff, the nature lover, the passionate
antiquer, the adventurer, and the kids! For those in recreational spirit, Sweetwater is just 20 minutes from two
of East Tennessee’s most beautiful lakes, and Sweetwater boasts an excellent Recreation Complex complete for the
sports enthusiast. In addition to a wide variety of area attractions, Sweetwater is home to many eclectic dining and
shopping choices, allowing you to experience the downhome East Tennessee flavor. Most of the notable sites of the
region are within a short drive of our many budget-friendly accommodations. Instead of a vacation to get away from
it all, come to Sweetwater and get away to it all. Stop in, stay a while… and you’ll be back!
This Visitor’s guide was funded in part through a grant from the Tennessee Downtowns Program of the State of Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development.
Our unique shops are nothing liketypical chain stores, malls or outlets.Sweetwater offers a bit of nostalgiaalong with the charm & friendlinessthat one would expect in a smallsouthern town.
Sweetwater’s historic shoppingdistrict is the proud home ofmany recently renovatedbuildings that remind us ofthe town’s early beginning in1875. Here you will find an abundance of shops that are filledwith rare antiques, exquisite homefurnishings & decor, original worksof art, choice fashion & accessories,unique garden gifts, hard to find collectibles, discount quality hosieryand much more.
Local Stores!
Local Attractions!
COME TO PLAY!We have plenty to do in Sweetwaterand in the area surrounding us. Just down the road you can find Tsali Notch, Tennessee’s largest muscadine vineyard, which is availablefor tour by appointment. Don’t forgetto stop by The Lost Sea off Hwy 68.Along with the largest undergroundlake in America, you will find an 18thCentury Village hosting a glass blower, blacksmith shop, a generalstore, and even a mining area. JustNorth of Downtown Sweetwater is theSweetwater Valley Farm. This state-ofthe-art dairy farm hosts educationaltours for more than 30,000 visitorsevery year in addition to making some of the country’s best cheese. InDowntown Sweetwater, we have ourown museum, beautiful parks, theshopping district, and a communitytheater. It’s not hard to fill a day withfun here.
Fort Loudoun State Historic Areais a 1,200-acre site on the locationof one of the earliest Britishfortifications on the westernfrontier, built in 1756. Todaythe fort and the 1794 TellicoBlockhouse overlook TVA’sTellico Reservoir and theAppalachian Mountains. The fortoften holds re-enactments and is agreat place to picnic, fish, or evendock your boat. (423) 884-6217www.fortloudoun.com
The Cherohala Skyway was openedand dedicated in 1996, and has sincebeen designated a National ScenicByway. The Cherohala Skyway crossesthrough the Cherokee National Forestin Tennessee and the NantahalaNational Forest in North Carolina.The name “Cherohala” comes fromthe names of the two National Forests: “Cher” from the Cherokeeand “ahala” from the Nantahala. The Skyway connects Tellico Plains,Tennessee, with Robbinsville, NorthCarolina, and is about 50 miles long.If you’ve been on the Skyway, then you know what a treasure it is. If youhaven’t, look forward to amazing views and an awesome drive. www.cherohala.org
The Sweetwater Flea Market has over800 vendor booths with a wide range ofbusinesses offering their products andservices at great prices. The SweetwaterFlea Market carefully selects the vendorsto ensure that all visitors have the bestshopping experience possible. The
facility is both heated andcooled so you will never beuncomfortable while perusingthe booths. (423) 337-FLEA (3532)www.sweetwaterfleamarket.net
Benton’s Country Hams is a small,family-run business that produceshigh quality meats. The meats soldhere are famous throughout the culinaryworld, and have been featured in abroad spectrum of high-end
restaurants, as well as in a number ofmagazines and otherfood publications.Benton’s CountryHams and Bacon
are available either unsmoked orhickory-smoked. Hickory smoking is performed in a small, wood stovesmokehouse behind the business,imparting a distinct smoked flavorthat many customers prefer. (423) 442-5003 www.bentonshams.com
The Sequoyah Birthplace Museumis a property of the Eastern Band ofCherokee Indians. The purpose of the museum is to promote the understanding and appreciation of thehistory and culture of the CherokeeIndians in Eastern Tennessee, particularly the life and contributions of Sequoyah. (423) 884-6246www.sequoyahmuseum.org
Sweetwater Valley Farm is located justnorth of Downtown Sweetwater on Hwy 11, in the heart of southeastTennessee’s dairy-rich SweetwaterValley. While today’s SweetwaterValley Farm cheese is produced in a state-of-the-art facility, owner John Harrison has preserved the fineart and craft of making cheese in the traditional farmstead manner in which they control the process fromcow to consumer in order to createaward-winning cheddar cheese. Theyalso have an educational tour and giftshop with great gifts and, of course, the cheese. (865) 458-9192www.sweetwatervalley.com
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The Lost Sea is America’s largest underground lake. When youvisit you will find an 18th century village, and you will be able tofloat across the lake while you explore huge caverns. The attractionis open every day except Christmas. The Lost Sea is well knownfor the overnight camping trip called the Wild Tour that exploresthe deepest parts of the caverns. (423) 337-6616 www.thelostsea.com
Purdy’s Petting Zoo has been a big hit since its inceptionin 2008. At the zoo you’ll find a camel, donkeys, a miniZebu, porcupine, tortoise, peacocks, turkeys, rabbits, ponies,and much more. Purdy’s is a safe and educational environmentthat is a lot of fun for the whole family.(423) 295-5156 www.purdyspettingzoo.com
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1.The Gazebo Downtown
2.The Sweetwater Train Car was placed inCircle park downtown in March, 1981.The car ran through Sweetwater on theSouthern Railway. Popular routes includedLines 41 and 42, called “The Pelican”,which ran from New York to New Orleans(41) and the reverse (42).
3. The Civil War Trails Marker was placedin Sweetwater in 2009 to commemorate therailroad depot as a strategic target during theCivil War. The Civil War Trail is a programthrough the TN Department of Tourismthat stretches throughout the south.
4. The Overhill Marker depicts downtownSweetwater circa 1920 and describes the variousindustrial development in “From Furs toFactories”.
5. Circle Park was developed by a committeeof women known as the City Beautiful League.Prior to the development, the property was adumping ground for old railroad cross tiesand other unsightly objects.
8. The Gay Theater, built in1929, was located on part of the
property occupied by Regions Bank. Thetheater operated on this site until 1953when a new theater, The Cherokee, wasbuilt on the site now occupied by EdwardJones and other businesses. Both theaterswere managed by Ms. Enid Brewer.
9. Antique Elevator: In the buildingwhich was occupied by J.T. McKinneyDry Goods from 1911 to 2001 was anantique elevator which was probablyinstalled circa 1906 when the buildinghoused the Browder and DickeyHardware Store. The hand cranked elevator still works. The owners were alsodealers for Studebaker buggies which preceded the Studebaker automobiles.
10. Appalachian Quilt Trail: Note theside of Cooney’s Corner Antiques, whichdisplays a quilt design, and is a featured siteon the Appalachian Quilt Trail.
11. In 1908 the CarriageHouse was donated by Ms.Bland Clark, wife of thefirst Mayor of Sweetwater,J.W. Clark, to house alibrary. The library was named The HelenM. Cooke Memorial Library in honor of Mr. Clark’s sister, an early educator in the Sweetwater Valley. The library
operated in this building until the present library opened in 1981.
12. The First Methodist Church wasbuilt in 1892. J.W. Clark, the first Mayorof Sweetwater, and Chairman of theBuilding Committee, spent much of histime and money on the erection andconstruction of the building.
13. The First Presbyterian Church wasbuilt in 1887-88. John M. Jones was theChairman of the Building Committee.The contractor was Bina Young. The costof the building was approximately$8,000, half of which was contributed bythe Coffin sisters.
14. The Sweetwater Heritage Museumbuilding was sold to the City ofSweetwater by South Central Bell in1985. It became an established museumas a result of the foresight and hard workof many Sweetwater citizens under theleadership of Mrs. Martha Peterman.
15. The Sizer House, the original homeof John W. Goddard, was built in 1867.The home was purchased from W. D.
Gillman by Dr. Joe Sizer in 1945. Thegreat magnolia tree is the largestin the State of Tennessee.
16. Jones Park was donated by the
friends and family of Captain John M.Jones, CSA. It has been called one ofthe most peaceful spots in town, perfectfor reading a book next to SweetwaterPublic Library. It features a gazebo,bridge, and fountain.
17. The Crabtree home standing atMayes Avenue, currently owned by Mr. and Mrs. Joe Crabtree was builtcirca 1870 by Henry Mayes. The original slate roof, interior brick walls,and 5 fireplaces reflect the owner’scommitment to maintaining the historical integrity. The home was astagecoach stop in Sweetwater’s earlyyears. The stagecoach was driven by anearlier forefather of the Crabtree family.
18. The Biggs home, the oldest standing building in Sweetwater, wasbuilt in 1820. The home has been usedfor many purposes through the years.Granny Lemmons operated a boardinghouse there in the early 1920’s, cateringto mill workers and local citizens. Ahobo called “Straw Stack John” helpedMs. Lemmons for a period of time.
19. The Mascot Hosiery Mill was chartered in 1896 by the Patton brothers(see sign on north wall). In 1916 the millwas sold to John M. Jones. It operatedas the Sweetwater Hosiery Mill until
1967 when it was purchased by CrescentHosiery Mills of Niota. The Sock Shopis still operated by Crescent HosieryMills and is a popular stop for visitors.
20. The Scruggs Building circa 1914.The block has housed many businesses:a bank, business offices, furniture store,pool room, beer joints, theaters, restaurants and antique stores. It iscalled the “new block” by older citizensof Sweetwater to this day.
21. The Sweetwater Post Office wasbuilt in 1938. Stop inside to view a New Deal mural entitled “Wild BoarHunt” painted in 1942 by ThelmaMartin. Mrs. Martin met her husband, a fellow New Deal artist, while paintingmurals throughout the South.
6. The Paris Apartment & Le JardinTea Room: Originally known as the Matt Carter Building. Matt Carter was a tinsmith and ran a poultry business. The third floor was occupied by theSweetwater Lodge #292 Free andAccepted Masons from 1875 until 1996.The lodge was formed November 6, 1860.
7. Lily Pad: The building housed manybusinesses, including a bank andThomas-Hill Department Store. OwnerMr. Ed Thomas Sr. filled his windowswith water dippers which were given to his customers who made a purchase, a great sales enticement in those days. The 1894 Bank of Sweetwater door glasshangs inside the shop today. Look closelyat the building’s exterior for a Sweetwater elevation marker.
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Historic SitesA Walking Tour
1 Starting at the Gazebo downtown
2 Homecoming Train Car
3 Civil War Trails Marker
4 Overhill Marker
5 Circle Park with Veterans and Police Memorials
6 The Paris Apartment & Le JardinTea Room Building with Masonsymbol (formerly the Morris Building)
7 The Lily Pad- Bank of Sweetwaterglass and Elevation marker
8 Old Gay Theater
9 Cooney’s Corner Antiques elevator. Built 1906. Hand-cranked Faunt LeRoy ElevatorCo still works
10 Appalachian Quilt Trail
11 Carriage House
12 First United Methodist Church
13 First Presbyterian Church
14 Sweetwater Heritage Museum
15 Sizer House with largest MagnoliaTree in Tennessee
16 Jones Park
17 Home of Mary Chappel Crabtree
18 Biggs Street House – oldest homein Sweetwater – circa 1820
19 Old Sweetwater Hosiery Mill building
20 Scruggs Building circa 1914
21 U.S. Post Office – mural
Refuel & Relax
DINE If you think shopping in Sweetwater is fun,
you’ll love eating here. We have a range
of food styles available, & the servers are
as sweet as they come. You will find delis,
fine dining, ethnic, family dining, old
fashioned food, & more without even
leaving the downtown area. So, be sure to
stop in one of our great restaurants to
refuel during your visit.
STAY With so much to do in the Sweetwater area,
you will probably want to spend the night.
Our hotels are staffed with friendly people
that make staying in Sweetwater a delight.
Sweetwater is the sweetest town in Tennessee
for a reason. We pride ourselves on a relaxed
way of life, so you can expect that local lodging
will help you feel the same.
Special thanks to Mr. Joe Sherlin, Sweetwater Historian.
Miss Maudy’s211 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-2467
Le Jardin Tea Room111 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874(423) 351-0009
Bradley’s Pit BBQ517 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 351-7190
Mexi-Wing IV706 New Highway 68 Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-3585
Gondolier789 Tennessee 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-5200
Vittorino’s781 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 351-9410
China East793 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-2800
Dinner Bell576 Oakland RoadSweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-5825
Hotels/RestaurantsMagnuson Hotel1421 Murrays Chapel RoadSweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-3541
Hill Top Hotel180 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874423-337-3511
Comfort Inn249 Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-3353
Days Inn229 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-4200
Quality Inn & Suites1116 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-4900
Economy Inn207 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874(423) 337-9357
KOA269 Murray’s Chapel RoadSweetwater, TN 37874(865) 213-3900
Hunter’s Café101 East Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874(423) 351-1098
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Downtown Gazebo
Sweetwater has events all year long.From parades to festivals, we havesomething going on for every seasonof the year. We love to have fun inSweetwater, and when we get together,it’s like a big family. Come be apart ofour fun this year.
MuscadineN A T I O N A L 2 0 1 1
F E S T I V A L
Hidden in the rolling hills of MonroeCounty is a relatively unknown treasure.The state’s largest Muscadine grapevineyard is right here in MonroeCounty. Tsali (pronounced sahlee)Notch Vineyards is a 91-acre estate with5600 vines. The vineyard is managedby Jeremy “JD” Dalton and his father,Jim. • The vineyard has two sections,one with longer rows and one withshorter ones. All the rows are plantedfrom north to south so that they get themost sun possible. Muscadine grapesfavor more sun and dryer weather. Infact, this summer’s intense heat andlack of rain has yielded a harvest thatdoubles last year’s. The land, though, is in a perfect spot. The estate is in asmall valley, and this causes the sun toburn off fog almost immediately as wellas a constant breeze to move throughthe area. The weather keeps problemslike mildew and mold away, and thatmeans that the grapes are nearly organicbecause of how little chemicals areneeded to cultivate the muscadines.
Last Weekend in September
The National MuscadineFestival is held in Septemberto kick off the harvest seasonin Sweetwater. This two-dayfestival is a huge event, full of live music, inflatables,
great food and fun for the entire family. Duringthe National MuscadineFestival, you will be able totour Tsali Notch, thelargest muscadine vineyardin the state, and see theunique fruit ripe for picking.
Admission is Free!
Veterans Day Parade
National Night Out atthe Rec Complex2nd Tuesday in August
Independence Day CelebrationParade, games,tournaments, concerts, andfireworks! July 4th weekend.
THIS YEAR’S EVENTSINCLUDE:
Muscadine Queen Pageant
5k Road Race at Tsali Notch VineyardNational Muscadine Festival ParadeHorse Show at Lions Club
ACTIVITIES AT THE VINEYARD INCLUDE:Ribbon Cutting at Tsali Notch VineyardJelly Making DemonstrationMusicStory TellingFood VendorsMuscadine Picking
BLACK TIE AND BLUE JEANS DINNER MUSIC
AT SWEETWATER VALLEY FARMTicket Cost: TBA
ALL DAY EVENTS INDOWNTOWN SWEETWATER
Food & Art VendorsMusic at Main Stage and Band StageKid ZoneBar-B-Que Competition (Time TBA)
Grape Stomp Competition at GazeboGrapevine Wreath Contest at GazeboDemonstrations (Todd Richesin) at GazeboAuction at Gazebo
Please check www.nationalmuscadinefestival.com final schedule.
SeasonalEvents!
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Leave the traffic and the crowds atthe shopping malls behind and enjoy a family friendly evening offun for everyone. Activities includehorse and buggy rides, pictures with Santa, Christmas shopping, and hayrides through HistoricDowntown Sweetwater. Stores will be open late and serving treats.
Christmas Parade2nd Tuesday in December
A Small Towne Christmas
Saturday afterThanksgiving
SeasonalEvents!
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TRAVEL TIME (in hours)Atlanta, GA.................................3Birmingham, AL........................3.5Charleston, SC..........................6.5Charlotte, NC...........................4.5Chicago, IL ............................9.75Cincinnati, OH.......................4.75Columbus, OH..........................6.5Huntsville, AL.............................3Indianapolis, IN........................ 6.5Lexington, KY ..........................3.5Louisville, KY..........................4.75Memphis, TN .........................6.25...Nashville, TN..............................3Roanoke, VA...........................5.25Tampa, FL.................................10
Downtown Merchants Association
Tennessee Downtowns Program:The Tennessee Downtowns Program was
introduced in 2009 as a more basic downtownrevitalization program for communities that want tolearn about the Main Street Approach. Only ten citieswere selected in 2011, and the investment has lead to a newly revitalized pride in Downtown Sweetwater.
I would just like to start by thanking you the visitorfor being interested in the City of Sweetwater as a destination for your next trip. We have so much to do and see in our area, and we are so grateful for your consideration.
Next, I would like to thank our advertisers and theTennessee Downtowns Program for helping fund thisbrochure and the continued improvement of our greatcity. We are very proud of what we have to offer, andbeing able to show it off is so important.
Finally, I just want to say that Sweetwater, Tennessee is a beautiful town, full of beautiful people. We are excitedto share our story with you, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Safe Travels!
Mayor Doyle Lowe
LETTER FROM THE MAYOR
Just 45 minutes from Knoxville and 1.25 hours from Chattanooga.
How To Get Here
Sweetwater, Tennessee is an easydrive. Just five minutes off exit 60 on I-75, our quaint hamlet is nestled in the Sweetwater RiverValley of East Tennessee. Yourride will be filled with the naturalbeauty of our area, so be sure you take it in as you make your way here.
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Archer’s Family Pharmacy207 North Main Street423-337-5813Sweetwater, TN 37874
Bobby Todd Antiques305 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-3837www.bobbytoddantiques.com
Cones Cupboard109 Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-351-7408
Cooney’s Corner Antiques311 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-351-9480www.cooneyscornerantiques.com
The Lily Pad209 North Main Street423-337-5537Sweetwater, TN 37874www.sweetwaterlilypad.com
Main Street Antique Mall201 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-0750Find us on Facebook
Main Street Studio311 Main Street, Suite ASweetwater, TN 37874423-351-7900
Nancy & Company500 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-836-9150www.shopnancyandcompany.com
Ole Glory Antiques105 East Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-0100www.olegloryantiques.com
Only the Best Boutique & Consignment Shoppe107 East Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-0157
Pickett Fence Galleries & Antiques501 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-7558Find us on Facebook
The Robin’s Nest103 East Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-0300www.robinsneststore.com
The Sock Shop712 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-9203
Sweetwater Flower Shop118 West North StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-6623www.sweetwaterflowers.com
Wright’s Hardware101 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-5041www.wrighthardware.com
City Recreation Center107 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-9938
Hunter’s Café101 East Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-351-1098www.huntersbakeryandcafe.com
Miss Maudy’s211 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-2467www.missmaudys.com
The Paris ApartmentLe Jardin Tea Room111 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-351-0009www.theparisapartmentboutique.com
FSG Bank301 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-6654www.fsgbank.com
Peoples Bank of East Tennessee117 Monroe StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-6400www.peoplesbank-tn.com
Regions Bank401 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874423-337-2214www.regions.com
423-506-9895tsalinotch.com
140 Harrison RoadMadisonville, TN 37354
Tsali Notch is a vineyard specializing in Muscadine grapes which include, Noble-Dark, Carlos-Bronze, Doreen-Bronze, Magnolia-Bronze, and Sterling-Bronze.
Tsali Notch also provides private toursby appointment only.
423-337-2467missmaudys.com
211 N. Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
We are not “fast food”, but we striveto serve good food fast. Stop by andsee us and see if its not, “SomethingDifferent and Everything Good.”Miss Maudy’s is 3 stores in one. A bulkfood section, a snack food section, and anopen deli with sandwiches made to order.
Miss Maudy’sDeli
423-337-0914 777 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874
Waaaaaaaay Better than Snow Cones
Mon–Thurs: 2:30pm–8:30pmFri: 2:30pm–9pmSat: 12:00pm–9pmSun: 1pm–8pm
Sweetwater
865-458-9192sweetwatervalley.com
17988 West Lee Hwy.Philadelphia, TN 37846
Handcrafted cheddars using milk from theirown dairy herd. See how cheese is madewhile tasting samples. Custom packages,mail orders. Guided farm walking toursavailable (weather permitting) for small fee.
Mon–Fri: 8:30am–6pmSat: 9am–5pmSunday – Special Holiday Hours
423-337-6616thelostsea.com
140 Lost Sea RoadSweetwater, TN 37874
Get Ready To Take An UnforgettableAdventure! Find yourself, your friends, yourfamily at the Lost Sea Adventure. It’s anadventure that memories are made of!
The Lost Sea is located in Sweetwater on Hwy. 68, just seven miles off of I-75, exit #60
America’s Largest
Underground Lake
423-295-5156purdyspettingzoo.com
120 Plemons Road Sweetwater, TN 37874
Come Experience Our Petting Zoo with Your Friends and Family!Birthday Parties, Mobile Zoo, Gem Mining, Summer Camps, Pony Rides, Pond Fishing
Mon–Sat: 10am–5pm Sunday: 1pm–5pm
423-351-1098huntersbakeryandcafe.com
101 E. Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Fine Dining in a Casually Elegant Atmosphere.Steaks, Seafood, Pasta, Sandwiches,Salads, Homemade Soups, and“Home of the Big Kid Cookie”
Mon–Thurs: 10am–4pm Fri–Sat: 10am–8pmClosed Sunday
423-351-7190bradleyspitbbq.net
I-75 Exit 60 • 517 New Hwy. 68Sweetwater, TN 37874
All of our Beef Brisket, Chicken, Pork, Ribs and Turkey are slowly smoked to tender perfectionwith Hickory Wood in our Authentic Smokehouse on Property.
Sun–Thurs: 11am–9pm Fri–Sat: 11am–10pm
423-337-5825 576 Oakland RoadSweetwater, TN 37874
Home Cooked BuffetSoups, Salads, Meats, Vegetables, DessertsFull Menu Available. Breakfast All Day.
Open Daily at 6am
www.visitsweetwater.comCherohala Skyway
1-800-624-1834
423-337-5813207 N Main Street
Sweetwater, TN 37874
Pharmacy, Home Oxygen, Medical Equipment,CPAPs/BiPAPs, Wigs & Mastectomy ServicesOrthotic Braces & SupportsHard-to-Find Healthcare Needs
423-337-0300robinsneststore.com
103 E. Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
There really is a place you can go topurchase TRULY UNIQUE & ONE-OF-A-KIND GIFTS!We offer a full variety of high-quality,original and hard-to-find gifts for the home,garden or spa - all at prices that won’tleave your wallet naked as a jaybird!
Mon–Sat: 10am–5pm Closed Sunday
423-351-9480cooneyscornerantiques.com
311 N. Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Antiques, Collectables, Vintage & More.A must see in downtown Sweetwater is ourcountry store in our century old historicalbuilding with its original freight elevator.We specialize in primitive furniture,signage, and tools. However, we have alittle bit of everything if you look on thesecond floor too!
Mon–Sat: 10am–5pmSun: 12pm–5pm
Cooney’s CornerA N T I Q U E S
423-337-5050subway.com
308 New Highway 68Sweetwater, TN 37874
Box Lunches, Catering to Satisfy,Giant Party Subs, Meat & CheeseTrays, Party Platters
Mon–Thurs: 7am–10pm Fri: 7am–11pmSat: 8am–11pmSun: 9am–10pm
423-337-0750 201 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Step back in time by visiting our historic 100-year-old building, with over 9,000 square feet of display spaceon three levels.
Mon–Sat: 10am–5pmSun: 12pm–5pm
Main Street Antique Mall
Antiques & Collectables
423-836-9150 500 Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Jewelry - Designs - Originals
Nancy&Company
423-337-7558Visit us on Facebook
501 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Antiques, Arts, Furniture, HomeAccessories, Gifts, Etc.
Mon–Sat: 10am–5pmClosed Sunday
423-351-0009LeJardinTeaRoom.com
111 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
The new Le Jardin Tea Room at The ParisApartment offers a fabulous CupCakery,and a specialty tea and coffee bar withcomplimentary WiFi. While shoppingdowntown Sweetwater, stop in for lunch orafternoon tea. Our unique lunch menufeatures fresh salads, specialty sandwichesand paninis with a European flair.Catering, Showers, Receptions & PrivateParties are Available.
Mon–Sat: 9am–5pm
Le Jardin Tea Room
423-351-0009TheParisApartmentBoutique.com
111 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Home Décor ~ Antiques ~ GiftsIs your style French Country, Cottage Chic, Artistic,Eclectic, or Paris Apartment Chic? If so, we haveyou covered! Many of the gorgeous collections youwill find here are proudly and expertly handcrafted.We are thrilled to represent the Artisans of one-of-a-kind beautiful creations, along with unique gifts,antiques and ooh-la-la! decor. All gathered here foryour perusal. Affordable Interior Design Services,Home Staging and Entertaining Planning &Coordination Services are available.
Mon–Sat: 9am–5pm
The Paris Apartment“A European Lifestyle Boutique”
www.visitsweetwater.comTellico River
423-337-6623sweetwaterflowers.com
118 West North StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
We are committed to offering only thefinest floral arrangements and gifts, backedby service that is friendly and prompt.Along with beautiful fresh flowers andplants, we have one of east Tennessees’largest selections of collectibles includingDept 56™, Precious Moments™, and BoydzBears™ to name a few.
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 9am–5pm Sat: 9am–12pm – Closed Wed & Sun
SweetwaterFlower Shop
423-337-5537sweetwaterlilypad.com
209 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Mon–Sat: 10am–5:30pmClosed Sunday
For all of your ladies fashion needs…apparel, gifts and accessories… visit us inthe historic downtown area.
a fine french countryfashion boutique
423-337-5041 101 Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Monroe County’s Most Complete Plumbing, Electric and Hardware Store.Licensed plumber and electrician on staffto help you with all your jobs.
Mon–Fri: 7:30am–5pm Sat: 8am–12pmClosed Sunday
WRIGHTHARDWARECOMPANY
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2110 Highway 11 NorthSweetwater, TN 37874
Browse through our store and 7 warehouses,located on 8 acres, for products ranging fromlumber to cabinets to the finishing touches.Storage buildings and installation servicesare also available.
Mon–Fri: 7:30am–6pmSat: 7:30am–4pm Closed Sunday
GOOD SERVICE!
GREAT PRICE!
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510 South Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Whatever your health care need, We can help.Bio-Identical Hormone ReplacementTherapy, Prescriptions, Diabetic and HighPerformance Shoes, Durable MedicalEquipment, Stop Smoking, Pediatrics,Hospice, and Pets
Mon–Fri: 8am–6pm Sat: 8am–1pm24 Hour Emergency Service
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712 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Replace those worn out socks with something your feet will love! Come visit us today for GREAT socks at GREAT prices!
Mon–Fri: 8:30am–5pm Sat: 8:30am–2pmClosed Sunday
423-337-3837bobbytoddantiques.com
305 North Main StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
Bobby Todd Antiques features qualityAmerican, English, French and Italianantiques. Our store showcases antiquefurniture and accessories in stylishvignettes that allow you to visualize theitems in your own home.
Mon–Sat: 10am–5pm Closed Sunday
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180 New Hwy 68 (Exit 60 on I-75)Sweetwater, TN 37874
Hilltop Hotel and Conference Center offers aspectacular view of the Sweetwater Valleyfor 135 quality guest rooms, including KingSuites. We are located between Chattanoogaand Knoxville, minutes from The Lost SeaCavern, Cherokee National Forest and theGreat Smokey Mountains.
AmenitiesOutdoor PoolIndoor PoolHot TubBusiness CenterGift ShopExercise Facility
Common/Public Areas Handicap AccessibleAudio-Visual Equipment RentalComplementary CoffeeBeautiful scenic view
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I-75 Exit 60, 249 Tennessee 68Sweetwater, TN 37874
The Comfort Inn® West is centrally locatedbetween Knoxville and Chattanooga, offInterstate 75. Surrounded by Great SmokyMountains National Park, the hotel is onlyfour miles from the Lost Sea, America’slargest underground lake.
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volfed.com 415 E. North Street, Sweetwater, TN 37874423-337-3737
Lobby HoursMon, Tue, Thu: 8:30am–4pmFri: 8:30am–5pmSat: 8:30am–12 noonClosed Wed & Sun
Drive-Thru HoursMon, Tue: 8am–4pmWed: 8am–1pmThu, Fri: 8am–5:30pmSat: 8am–12:30pmClosed Sun
906 New Hwy 68, Sweetwater, TN 37874423-337-9326
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423-337-6400PeoplesBank-TN.com
117 Monroe StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
“Where People Matter”
865-523-5999monroelifemagazine.com
11921 Kingston Pike, Suite 201Knoxville, TN 37934
MonroeLifeA magazine for the people of MonroeCounty and those who come to visit.
423-536-8106BurlPhotoArt.com
712 Morris StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
The World Is His Studio.Robert Burleson has several passions, butnone as strong as his love for photography.
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865-213-8200sweetwaterhospital.org
304 Wright StreetSweetwater, TN 37874
When Experience Counts… Count on Sweetwater Hospital’s 75 Years ofExperience Delivering the Region’s Best Care.
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130 Willow Creek Blvd.Sweetwater, TN 37874
Welcoming front porches. Spacious sidewalks. Fun andfriendly neighborhood gatherings.This is a place you can truly feel at home.Nestled on over 90 acres, Willow Creek hasbeen carefully planned to create a tranquiland friendly living environment. WillowCreek provides plenty of opportunities forenjoying life to its fullest.
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11921 Kingston Pike, Suite 201Knoxville, TN 37934
Over the years, The Bingham Group’s bodyof work has indeed run the gamut ofadvertising projects, including campaigndevelopment, slogans, logos, videos, TV and radio spots, brochures, posters,websites and more. We also offer a fullrange of marketing-related services, fromaccount planning and research to publicrelations and media planning/placement.
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603 Vonore RoadSweetwater, TN 37874
• Ballet• Tap• Modern• Jazz• Hip-Hop• Creative
Movement
Salt & LightDance Studios
• Musical Theater
• Jazzercise• Ballroom• Swing• Latin
• Voice• Guitar• Drums• Keyboard
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603 Vonore RoadSweetwater, TN 37874
Taekwondo | Jui-JitsuAges 5-Adult
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Affordable Rates & Family Packages
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