History, Events, Exhibits & More

As the end of the academic year approaches, join us to celebrate with a field day featuring historic games and activities!

Themed Polk Home tours and hands-on activities will explore American history through the lives of the Polk Home women!

Shop small at Little Acorn, the shop at The Polk, and support the continued operation and preservation of the President James K. Polk Home & Museum at the same time! Our selection of unique gifts are sure to make anyone on your list smile. Whether you are looking for stocking stuffers for kids or something that says “Merry First Tennessee Christmas,” we will be happy to help you find that perfect gift.

Join us for holiday themed tours of the Polk Home to learn about historic Christmas traditions! Enjoy Victorian…

  Join us October 23rd, 7:00-9:00pm as local Columbians of the past come to life at their gravesites…

Dr. Jill Anderson | Mexico in Polk’s America, the Reality and the Fantasy Hanging of the San Patricios…

Johanna Brown | Neat and Simple Elegance: Moravian Decorative Arts in North Carolina 1753-1850 Dish, probably made during…

Dr. Peter Guardino | Volunteer Soldiers and Jacksonian Democracy in Polk’s America “The Dead March: A History of…

Hearth to Plate | June 25, 2021 A celebration of food, garden, and history on a beautiful evening…

Dark Horse Dinner | September 18, 2021 Inspired by James K. Polk’s launch party for his campaign for…