ATHENS, Tenn. — The City of Athens has announced they are a recipient of a $9,990 grant for Tennessee America 250 initiatives from the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial.
They say the grant award will support the development of Footsteps Through History: America 250 at Heritage Park, a historical walking trail designed to highlight the interconnected history of the United States, Tennessee, and the City of Athens.
“The project will feature a series of permanent interpretive signs installed along a designated walking path at Heritage Park. Each sign will represent a period of history, beginning in 1776 and continuing through 2026, and will include information about national, state, and local leadership as well as key historical events. The trail is intended to provide an engaging, educational experience for residents and visitors while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the…