The historic Campbell Station Inn at 11409 Kingston Pike in Farragut is ready to begin its new chapter as a welcome center and event venue, with officials preparing to mark its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. on January 8. According to the Town of Farragut's announcement, the event will offer tours of the newly furnished space and provide light refreshments for visitors post-ceremony. Moving forward, the center will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, beginning January 9.
With the capacity to host up to 30 guests, the event space at Campbell Station Inn is set to become available for small gatherings. While details about the facility are promised to be available on VisitFarragut.org by February 1, rumors of its adaptability and charm have already started to circulate. Tourism Manager Hallie Reid expressed excitement about the Inn's transition to public use, noting, "Having a welcome center is a major step for our tourism program." Reid, in a statement obtained by the Town of Farragut, also shared her anticipation of promoting the town as a prime spot "to shop, dine and play."
The welcome center will showcase artwork provided by the Tennessee Art Association, which will have a rotating collection on display in the entryway and event space. Members of the association will be present at the grand opening, endorsing the fusion of history and culture that the venue strives to represent. The artwork not only adds aesthetic value but also supports local artists, allowing visitors to engage with the vibrant community culture of Tennessee.
The Town of Farragut has overseen the transformation of the Campbell Station Inn, which involved purchasing the property along with 2.26 acres in 2013. Following stabilization efforts in 2019, the plaza was dedicated as Mayor Ralph McGill Plaza in 2021. The interior renovations, completed this fall, enable the building's legacy to endure through modern utilization. For more information, Wendy Smith, the town's Communications Manager, can be reached at 865-966-7057 or via email at [email protected].
