History, Events, Exhibits & More

Rachel Helvering, Executive Director Rachel joined the Polk Home in August 2021 after 8 years at the Tennessee…

Call for artists! The Polk Home is seeking six (6) Middle Tennessee artists to participate in an outdoor,…

Guided, candlelight tour of the Polk Home focused on Victorian Christmas traditions. The tour will be followed by…

Dr. Timothy Johnson, curator of “Shaping a Nation: Tennessee Volunteers & the Mexican-American War will lead a lecture…

The Polk Home is excited to partner with the Movement Lab to prove a series of unique outdoor…

Join us for a special day of holiday cheer, specifically designed for homeschool families. Enjoy holiday-themed tours of…

Columbia’s Founding Residents Come to Life Join us for a family-friendly walking tour of Greenwood Cemetery, Columbia’s oldest…

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

Mule Day is back, and so is our popular Bloodys & Biscuits!

Students entering 4th, 5th or 6th grades are invited to spend the week at the Polk Home, learning about life in the 19th century through hands on activities!