250 Signature Event
A family history weekend with stories, genealogy, living history, and time together where Tennessee began.
First Families Reunion
September 12-13, 2026
Where the South Moved West
Rocky Mount served as the capital of the Southwest Territory from 1790 to 1792, before Tennessee became a state. That makes this ground a natural place to gather during America 250 and reflect on the people, families, and communities connected to Tennessee's early story.
First Families Reunion is being developed as a welcoming weekend for family history, early Tennessee stories, living history, genealogy connections, and time together at Rocky Mount. Full program details will be announced as planning continues.
You're Invited
If You Care About:
Family history and genealogy
Early Tennessee and Southwest Territory stories
Living history, historic craft, and interpretation
America 250 programs rooted in place
Connecting with people who share an interest in Tennessee's beginnings
You do not need every detail settled today. This page will grow as the weekend program, registration, and partner details are finalized.
Weekend Gathering
A developing America 250 weekend for family history, early Tennessee stories, living history, genealogy connections, and time together at Rocky Mount. Full program details will be announced as planning continues.
Living History
Interpreter-led experiences and demonstrations connected to life in early Tennessee.
Genealogy Connections
Space to explore family stories, ask questions, and connect with others interested in Tennessee roots.
Stories & Programs
Talks, tours, and history moments are being shaped around Rocky Mount's America 250 year.
Community Gathering
A weekend for descendants, history lovers, families, and community partners to gather at Tennessee's first capital.
A Gathering Where Tennessee Began
Rocky Mount is where Governor William Blount led the Southwest Territory from 1790 to 1792, before Tennessee became a state. For America 250, this reunion will use that setting to connect family stories, public history, and the wider story of Tennessee's beginnings.
As planning continues, this page will be updated with schedule details, registration, partner information, and ways to take part.
Come to Rocky Mount for a weekend rooted in family history, early Tennessee stories, and the place where the state's first chapter of government began.