Mabry-Hazen House & Bethel Confederate Cemetery

The Mabry-Hazen House Museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located on six acres atop Mabry's Hill in Knoxville,TN. Built in 1858 and housing three generations of the same family from 1858-1987, the Mabry-Hazen House served as headquarters for both Union and Confederate forces during the Civil War. This stately, elegant home of the Victorian and Civil War periods showcases one of the largest original family collections in America. Containing original artifacts including china, silver, crystal, and antique furnishings, this home is a rare view into the past. The Civil War, a gunfight on Gay Street in 1882, and a Breach of Promise lawsuit in the early 1930's are only a few stories that bring life and color to those who visit the museum.

Located on Bethel Avenue and down the road from the Mabry-Hazen House, the Bethel Cemetery contains more than 1,600 Confederate dead, including several hundred soldiers who were killed in the battle of Fort Sanders. In addition, around 50 prisoners and 20 Civil War veterans are interred here. The monument to the Confederate dead was erected by the Ladies Memorial Association and was unveiled on May 19, 1892. The cemetery was cared for and maintained by the Winstead family from 1886-1989. The last family descendent and caretaker, Miss Mamie Winstead, willed the cemetery to the Hazen Historical Museum Foundation in 1989. Meeting her wishes, the Foundation recently opened a small museum that details the history of the cemetery as it pertains to the Civil War in Knoxville.

Hours of Operation:

January - February:

By appointment

March 1st - December 20th:

Monday - Friday: 11am-5pm

Saturday: 10am - 5pm or by appointment

Admission Prices:

Mabry Hazen House

Adults: $5.00

Children: $2.00

Bethel Cemetery

Free to the Public. Donations welcome.