Tag: Tennessee

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June 13, 2011 / Explorations

The Tennessee State Penitentiary, colloquially known as the Tennessee State Prison, presents an imposing sight mere minutes from downtown Nashville. The Gothic-inspired administration building and guard shacks were constructed to instill trepidation in the incarcerated population. The layout bore a striking resemblance to a fortification, with thick, stone masonry walls intended to preclude escapes into the neighboring community.

April 22, 2010 / Explorations

In a recent excursion to the Big South Fork National Recreation Area, I embarked on a backpacking expedition during a pleasantly sunny weekend. As I traversed the rugged and remote trails, I encountered vestiges of a bygone era in railroad history.