HISTORIC RAMSEY HOUSE
Ramsey House was built in 1797 by Knoxville’s first builder, Thomas Hope, for Francis Alexander Ramsey. The structure is significant for original interior and exterior architectural features and its period decorative art collection.
The Ramsey Family was one of the first families to settle the Knoxville area. They played vital roles in developing civic, educational and cultural institutions. Colonel Francis A. Ramsey was one of the founding trustees of Blount College, now the University of Tennessee. One of his sons, Dr. J.G.M. Ramsey authored an early history of the state, The Annals of Tennessee. Another son, William B.A. Ramsey, was the first elected mayor of Knoxville.
Address: 2614 Thorn Grove Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914Phone: 865-546-0745 Tours: Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00am to 4:00pm (Last tour begins at 3:00pm). Reservations are HIGHLY recommended. Reserve Your Tour Here Website: www.ramseyhouse.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRamseyHouse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historicramseyhouse/