Farmers Market
Cookeville Farmers Market, Spring Season
Cookeville's weekly farmers market returns for the spring season with local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, and handmade crafts. Opens every Saturday morning through October.
FreeCarthage local edition
Carthage, Tennessee
County Seat Smith County Pop. 2,340
Carthage is the county seat of Smith County on the Cumberland River. A small, historic town known for being the hometown of former Vice President Al Gore, Carthage has a charming courthouse square and strong agricultural heritage.
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Beyond Carthage
These items are useful Upper Cumberland context, but they do not directly belong to this town.
Regional events
Community
Rosenwald Schools Exhibit
The Cookeville History Museum presents a rotating exhibit about Rosenwald schools from September 28 through November 20. Visit free during regular museum hours, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.
FreeArts
Shakespeare in the Park: All's Well That Ends Well
Cookeville's free outdoor Shakespeare tradition returns for its 22nd season. Performances begin at 7 PM on October 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, and 10. The October 10 finale also includes an all-day festival with themed vendors. Bring chairs, blankets, or a picnic.
FreeRegional businesses & places
Place
7 Brew Coffee
7 Brew Coffee is a drive-thru coffee chain at 1200 Interstate Drive. It serves coffee, energy drinks, and drinks that can be customized. Service is set up for people who stay in the car.
Place
Alexander's
Alexander's is a steakhouse on S Jefferson Ave. It has been in Cookeville for decades. It serves prime cuts and fresh seafood. It is family friendly, has a full bar, and fills on weekend nights.
Place
Aura Salon Spa
Aura Salon Spa is Cookeville's Aveda concept salon. It is on the upper level of 123 W Broad St, near the Train Depot. It does Aveda hair and skin care: cuts, color, keratin treatments, curly hair cuts, and Aveda skincare. Visits are by appointment.
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Carthage reference
Landmarks
Around town
- • Smith County Courthouse
- • Cumberland River
- • Gore family homestead
Local economy
Major employers
- • Smith County Schools
- • Carthage city government
Stay connected to Carthage
The Cookeville Scoop covers Carthage and the rest of the Upper Cumberland every week.