The mission of the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center is to preserve, protect and promote the unique history and rich culture of the residents and Native Americans who inhabited the East Tennessee mountain communities that were incorporated into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and its surroundings.
Several original structures have been moved here to be part of the outdoor exhibit.
The Center is fairly new and they are still adding exhibits as funds are allocated
There is no charge to watch the the film and view the indoor exhibits.