Exchange Place provides an ideal setting for an outdoor history lesson. Students engage their senses as they learn about mid-19th century farm life. We have two programs available for preschool and elementary-aged children that can be scheduled by school groups. These programs are designed to complement the Tennessee School Curriculum. Homeschool groups are welcome and children with special needs can be accommodated.
For more information please contact us by email at or call 423-288-6071
Country Doings –offered in April and May
This “hands-on” living history program includes a first person interpretation tour of Exchange Place in 1851. Students learn the 3 R’s in school and spend recess playing old fashioned games. Students will also meet Mr. or Mrs. Preston and other members of the Eden’s Ridge farm community, stir up hoecakes, dip candles, check out the spring house, and meet the pigs and chickens.
For: 2nd-4th grade students
Cost: $6.00 per student and $5.00 per adult (school staff admitted free)
Hours: 9:30 am -12:30 pm
Small school groups may be asked to share the grounds for this program.
Schools have the option to stay for a picnic on the grounds following the program.
Country Critters – offered in September and October
Children will experience the farm with their senses of sight, hearing, touch and smell! They will enjoy a hayride and see animal care demonstrated while “meeting” the horses, cows, sheep, pigs and chickens. Children will also explore the garden and learn to appreciate the interdependence of pollinators, plants, and people as they see and touch some “treasures” that nature has given us.
For: Children ages 4-6
Cost: $5.00 per student or adult (school staff admitted free)
Minimum: $100.00 or 20 paying guests
Hours: 10:00-11:30 am
Schools have the option to stay for a picnic on the grounds following the program.
The mission of Exchange Place Living History Farm is to preserve and interpret the heritage of mid-19th century farm life in Northeast Tennessee. A private, non-profit organization, Exchange Place is maintained and operated primarily by volunteers and is supported by donations, fundraisers, memberships, and grants.
Exchange Place
4812 Orebank Rd,
Kingsport, TN 37664
423-288-6071