Events, Hiking, Performances, Teas & Talks on the scenic Cumberland Plateau
Historic Rugby hosts a series of hikes, outdoor events, performances, teas, galas, lectures and other events. Find your niche of interest below! Our schedule (all times Eastern) is below but subject to updates, so check back often.
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Rugby Cornet Band FREE concert
Historic Rugby Visitor Centre 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesRugby's Cornet Band from the 1880s has revived and will perform FREE for you! This special concert features performers from Rugby, Allardt, Jamestown & Crossville who have been practicing for weeks. In the 1880s there were about 20,000 brass bands across America, and Rugby's was one. It got favorable reviews in the local newspaper! The…
Third Saturday Hike: Holly Taylor
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesJoin the Friends of Rugby State Natural Area for a free guided hike each month on the third Saturday. Holly Taylor, assistant state naturalist with Tennessee state parks, will lead this hike. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Holly Taylor These free guided hikes are scheduled for the third Saturday of each month and start from the Historic…
Trail Maintenance: Natl. Public Lands Day
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesJoin Rugby State Natural Area volunteers in helping with vegetation maintenance and removal of invasive plants along one of Rugby's paved walkway sections between Uffington House and the road to Laurel Dale Cemetery. This requires little or no hiking to reach the site, and unwanted plants & shrubs can be reached from two sides. Volunteers…
Rugby Roundabout Bicycle Race
RUGBY ROUNDABOUT Pedal Up in Historic Rugby and ride a Roundabout through the country back roads. Take your feet off the ground at the Historic 1880’s English Village of Rugby, Tennessee and PEDAL a Roundabout through rural country roads. Riders may PEDAL BACK from ANY designated stops to enjoy food at R M Brooks Country…
3rd Saturday Hike: Randy Hedgepath
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesJoin the Friends of Rugby State Natural Area for a free guided hike each month on the third Saturday. This hike will be led by Tennessee State Naturalist Randy Hedgepath, who likes to call it a "saunter" because he stops often to point out fascinating natural features. This will be Randy's last official hike in…
An Evening with Abraham Lincoln
Rebecca Johnson Theatre in Historic Rugby's Visitor Centre 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesHave you ever wished that you could have met Abraham Lincoln? It’s not too late. In commemoration of the 160th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, for one night only, our 16th president returns courtesy of writer, actor, and storyteller Jacob Truax. Be transported to the world of Abraham Lincoln—politician, lawyer, husband, and father—as Mr. Truax…
After Thanksgiving Hike, ‘Walk it Off’
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesJoin Friends of the Rugby State Natural Area to walk off your Thanksgiving feast on trails in the greenbelt surrounding our village. With 10 or more trails to choose from, see which we'll choose! Free and no reservation required. Just meet at 10 a.m. Eastern at the Historic Rugby Visitor Centre. Wear sturdy shoes and dress…
Thanksgiving Marketplace & Holiday Tea
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesVisit Rugby’s shops to see crafts, artworks and much more. Two days, Nov. 24 & 25. The Rugby Commissary, Spirit of Red Hill, the Gallery at Historic Rugby will all be open with unique wares. Craft demonstrations and vendors will be present. The Canteen next to the Print Shop (also open) will offer soups to…
New Year’s Eve Cabaret, SOLD OUT
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States(Sorry, but this event has sold out. See you lucky ticketed folks here soon!) Hey, hey, hey, all you casanovas and foxy mamas! Looking for an out of sight night? Groove on down to Historic Rugby for a New Year’s Eve that is SOLID GOLD. The Actor’s Co-op will be spreading around some boogie fever,…
Chili Cook-Off & Auction, Taste or Enter, Jan. 13
Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United StatesRugby's Second Annual Chili Cook-Off seeks tasters to vote on their favorites, and 20 entrants to bring a crock pot with your unique take on this tasty winter dish! As an added bonus, there's a Silent Auction for some nifty treasures, so bring your checkbook! Weather won't affect this indoor event, so it will go…
Third Saturday Hike, CANCELLED
Historic Rugby Visitor Centre 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States(This hike has been cancelled on account of severe weather expected.) Join the Friends of Rugby State Natural Area for a free guided hike each month on the third Saturday. Winter into spring are great times to go hiking…no bugs! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. These free guided hikes are scheduled for the third Saturday of each…
Third Saturday Hike
Join the Friends of Rugby State Natural Area for a free guided hike each month on the third Saturday. Winter is a great times to go hiking…no bugs! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. These free guided hikes are scheduled for the third Saturday of each month and start from the Historic Rugby Visitor Centre Porch (1331 Rugby…