Maynardville, TN
Music connected to Maynardville
About Maynardville
- • Country singer Carl Smith, known for "Hey Joe!", was born in Maynardville.
- • Union County's first courthouse was established here, solidifying its role as the county seat.
- • Being the county seat established its importance and brought people to Maynardville.
- • A local legend says a massive, undiscovered cave system lies beneath Maynardville.
- • The Great Depression significantly impacted farming, a key Maynardville industry.
- • Named for Lawson Maynard, it was established as the county seat in 1854.
- • With around 2,400 residents, it's smaller than many regional county seats.
- • At 1,132 feet, the elevation grants scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
- • Many residents are employed in agriculture or commute to Knoxville for work.
- • Maynardville evokes feelings of small-town charm and peaceful simplicity.
- • The Tennessee Smokies, a AA baseball team, play roughly 30 miles away in Kodak.
- • Union County High School's football team has a strong tradition of local rivalry games.
Artists From Maynardville
Songs About Maynardville
Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain
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Freight Train Blues
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The Great Speckled Bird
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The Precious Jewel
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Wabash Cannonball
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