HISTORIC RUGBY, TENNESSEE

Upcoming Events

Laurel Dale Cemetery Lantern Tour on Stage

January 28, 2012 - 4:00 pm

9 colorful characters from Rugby's Past come alive to tell their stories. Accompanied by 150 historic and projected images showing how they looked, their homes and settings. Cost $15 adults and $7 students K-12. Reservations not required.

Appalachian Writer Series

April 14, 2012 - 4:00 pm

Join us at 4:00 p.m. Eastern time to hear a long-time friend of Rugby, Nancy Jensen. Nancy is the author of "The Sisters". She will offer readings, discussions and book signings of her novel.

Spring Walk to Massengale Homeplace

April 14, 2012 - 10:00 am

Sponsored by the TN. Dept of Environment & Conservation celebrating TN Natural Areas Program. Reservations required. Contact lisa.huff@tn.gov

Appalachian Writer Series

April 22, 2012 - 3:00 pm

Welcome Author Sharyn McCrumb, New York Times Best Selling Author as she discusses her newest novel "The Ballad of Tom Dooley". She will be available for questions, and signings of her novel afterward.

VALENTINE'S DAY DINNER

February 14, 2013 - 5:00 pm

Treat your valentine to a special feast at the Harrow Road Café

APPALACHIAN WRITERS' SERIES

March 10, 2013 - 3:00 pm

Join us at 7:00 p.m. Eastern time for readings and book signing with author D. Ray Smith.

LAUREL DALE CEMETERY LANTERN TOUR ON STAGE

March 16, 2013 - 4:00 pm

Do not miss this stage adaptation of the popular Laurel Dale Cemetery Lantern Tour at 4:00 p.m.

ST. PATRICK'S DAY FEAST

March 16, 2013 - 1:00 am

RUGBY QUILTS COME FULL CIRCLE

April 12, 2013 - 1:00 am

Quilt exhibits, quilt vendors, quilt appraisals, bed turning. Don’t miss the original play set through the years entitled “Full Circle” in the Rebecca Johnson Theatre.

APPALACHIAN WRITERS' SERIES

April 20, 2013 - 7:00 pm

Join us at 7:00 p.m. Eastern time for readings and book signing with author Wiley Cash.

EDUARD BERTZ, RUGBY'S FIRST LIBRARIAN

May 12, 2013 - 1:00 am

Wulfhard Stahl, a visiting scholar from Switzerland, will present a discussion of the German author and scholar who became Rugby’s first librarian, Eduard Bertz.

39th ANNUAL RUGBY VILLAGE FESTIVAL

May 17, 2013 - 1:00 am

Join us in celebration of our British Isles & Appalachian Heritage. Music & Dancing, Traditional Arts & Crafts, Artisan Demonstrations & Selling Their Wares Storytelling.....Historic Building Tours....Delicious Food

LAUREL DALE CEMETERY LANTERN TOUR

June 01, 2013 - 1:00 am

Join us at the Laurel Dale Cemetery to hear stories from characters of Rugby’s past.

APPALACHIAN WRITERS' SERIES

June 09, 2013 - 3:00 pm

Join us at 7:00 p.m. Eastern time for readings and book signing with author Sallie Bissell.

ANTIQUE STREET FAIR

June 15, 2013 - 1:00 am

Enjoy browsing an incredible array of antiques and vintage wares in Rugby.

RUGBY SCHOOL AND THOMAS HUGHES: A RETROSPECTIVE

July 07, 2013 - 1:00 am

Patrick Derham, Headmaster of Rugby School in England, will share the history and significance of our namesake, Rugby School, and provide insight into the life and times of our founder, Thomas Hughes.

3RD ANNUAL RUGBY ANTIQUE CAR SHOW

July 13, 2013 - 1:00 am

Register and show your antique car at Historic Rugby’s 3rd Annual Antique Car Show.

APPALACHIAN WRITERS' SERIES

July 20, 2013 - 7:00 pm

Join us at 7:00 p.m. Eastern time for readings and book signings with authors Wayne Caldwell (July 20th) and Alex Bledsoe (August 11th).

APPALACHIAN WRITERS' SERIES

August 11, 2013 - 3:00 pm

Join us at 7:00 p.m. Eastern time for readings and book signings with authors Wayne Caldwell (July 20th) and Alex Bledsoe (August 11th).

BRITISH MOTORCAR SHOW

August 24, 2013 - 1:00 am

Register and show your authentic British automobile in a beautiful Victorian setting in one of the most authentically preserved historic villages in America.

RUGBY APPALACHIAN HERITAGE DAY

September 21, 2013 - 1:00 am

See traditional crafts and old-time skills of mountain living on the lawn of Historic Uffington House.

HALLOWEEN GHOSTLY GATHERING

October 19, 2013 - 6:00 pm

A Calling of the Spirits of Rugby’s Past… Advance Reservations Required

HALLOWEEN GHOSTLY GATHERING

October 26, 2013 - 6:00 pm

A Calling of the Spirits of Rugby’s Past… Advance Reservations Required

THANKSGIVING MARKETPLACE

November 29, 2013 - 1:00 am

Enjoy Christmas Shopping and British Tea at The Shoppes of Rugby.

VICTORIAN HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

December 07, 2013 - 1:00 am

Tour 10 Private Victorian Homes Decorated For The Holidays

CHRISTMAS AT HISTORIC RUGBY

December 14, 2013 - 1:00 am

Hark back to 1880s Rugby Christmas