Venue
Norris Tea Room
Norris, Andersonville, TN 37705
The Tea Room was built during the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The building features a two-tier floor plan, cathedral ceilings, a huge stone fireplace and a large wooden deck that overlooks the woods and Norris Lake when the trees are dormant. The open amphitheater is just across the street and historic cabins are within walking distance.
The venue is located 15 minutes from the Mitchell/Maraj and Mitchell/Burlingame homesteads.
By Car
I-75 Southbound
Take exit 128 for US-441 toward Rocky Top
Turn left onto US-441 S/Norris Fwy
Immediately after crossing Norris Dam, turn left into the traffic circle
Take the road up the hill
Norris Tea Room will be on the right
I-75 Northbound
Take exit 122 to merge onto TN-61 E toward Norris
Merge onto TN-61 E
Turn left onto US-441 N/Norris Fwy
Turn right into the traffic circle before you cross the dam
Take the road up the hill
Norris Tea Room will be on the right
By GPS
Address: 125 Village Green Cir, Rocky Top, TN 37769
Coordinates: 36°13’29.1″N 84°04’58.7″W or 36.224738, -84.082978
Using Traditional Navigational Techniques
By Plane
Our local airport is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) 41 minutes (37.0 mi) from the Tea Room. Airlines include:
- Allegiant
- American Airlines
- Delta
- United
Getting around the area will require a vehicle. Plan to rent one if you fly.