Apply for a historical marker

Commemorate a person, place, or event of statewide significance with a THC marker.

How THC can help

State program

THC places and maintains historical markers across Tennessee's 95 counties to commemorate people, places, and events of statewide significance.

What you need

A proposed marker text, documentation of significance, and the approximate location.

Next steps

Submit a marker application to THC for review. THC staff verify the historical claim and coordinate fabrication and installation.

County

Spotted a damaged, missing, or incorrectly placed historical marker? Let THC know. Your report enters the review queue.

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