Step Inside History
Copperhill's Historical Buildings & Landmarks
Dive into the rich and fascinating past of Copperhill, Tennessee, through this interactive tour of our city’s historic buildings and notable landmarks.
From the industrial might of the copper mining era to the enduring civic life of our community, each marker tells a unique story about the structures, people, and points of interest that shaped this historic corner of the Copper Basin. Explore the legacies of the copper boom, the railroad’s impact, and the iconic places that define Copperhill today.
Use the interactive map to click on a location and reveal its history, details, and information on how to visit the site, or select the location you are interested in from the locations at a glance menu. You can also choose to share your location to see exactly where you are in relation to each historic site, making it easy to explore the tour in real time.
We encourage you to walk the streets of Copperhill and feel the history in the stone and mortar. Seeing the past brought to life on your screen is one thing; experiencing the echoes of history in person is quite another.
About This Project
This historical documentation project was developed by the City of Copperhill in partnership with Discover Copper Basin, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, with funding from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development / Tennessee Downtowns Program. Content writing and research contributions by Steve Procko and Dr. Kathleen Thompson.