Welcome to the
O.S.Historical Society home page.
We hope you will be able to visit us in person, but until that time here is some
information about the Society, its activities, Oliver Springs' history and other
general information.
Oliver Springs, Tennessee is a town rich
with history. Nestled in a natural gap at the foot of the majestic Cumberland mountain
range and blessed with huge natural resources, Oliver Springs traces its roots from
the Native American cultures who were drawn to the varied mineral springs, to the hardy
frontiersmen expanding westward from the original colonies, to wealthy industrialists who
transformed this area into a mecca of healing waters. Ornate Victorian mansions, mystery,
intrigue; it's all here.
The Mission of the O.S.H.S. is to
preserve and promote the buildings, documents and artifacts of the general area.
Toward this objective, a 100 year-old depot has been purchased, relocated, and remade into
a Library and Museum. This is an on-going project, with frequent new additions,
including a caboose, ticket booth, etc.
Do you have old pictures or artifacts of our
town and/or its people? If so, pleeeeaase share them with us! It is so easy to scan a
picture and e-mail it, thereby ensuring that it will be archived and documented for future
generations to enjoy and study. Need help scanning? Write or e-mail me and I will be glad
to assist you.
This website maintained by Robbie
Underwood. Corrections or additions should be sent to him at robbieu41@comcast.net . Contributions such as pictures, documents, reminiscences,
etc., are most welcome.
Pat Roberts McDonald currently serves as
consultant for this website. Pat was the creator of the site and for several years
maintained the site singlehandedly. The Historical Society wishes to thank Pat for
her invaluable contributions to the Society. She can be reached at mmcdonald3@houston.rr.com .
Please also see, Roots of Roane County, TN
This page was last updated on 12/18/07.
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