Established in 1855 and named for the beautiful mountains surrounding it, Crossville has hosted a variety of historical events, programs and projects throughout time. Now, it’s an inclusive city boasting with retirees, in addition to young professionals and travelers near and far.
A place rich in history, local eateries and activities, there’s a little something for everyone in Crossville! Crossville was named after an intersection known as Lambeths’s Crossroads, which is todays intersection of Main Street and Stanley Street. Also, the two main highways that cross paths in Crossville are US-70 and US-127.
The Cumberland Homesteads came into existence during the Great Depression when the federal government’s Subsistence Homestead Division initiated a housing project south of Crossville. The purpose of this project was to provide small farms for several hundred poverty-stricken families. As a result, the project’s recreational area later became the center and basis for the Cumberland Mountain State Park.