The Tennessee Magazine

12/15/2025

It’s contest season! Both Shutterbug Showcase and Best of Tennessee submissions are due in one month on Thursday, Jan. 15. Don’t forget to enter!

Contests Call for Entries Shutterbug Showcase – Pet PortraitureTTM Editorial StaffNovember 1, 20253 Mins Read In our next Shutterbug Photography Contest, The Tennessee Magazine wants to meet your furry and feathered friends as you showcase… Read More

12/12/2025

“David Wright: Historian with a Brush” is a brand new book that covers the career of the historical painter. Check out the December feature on Wright and the book here! (Photo by Robin Conover) https://hubs.la/Q03XVNcM0

12/11/2025

Be sure to check out this month’s Point of View here to learn the story behind this adorable snowman.

“Snowman of the Woods” Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, EF 100-400 mm ƒ4.5-5.6 L IS USM at 275mm, ISO 1600, ƒ-8 at 1/1250 second, handheld Last winter, I ventured out after waking to a beautiful snowfall.

12/10/2025

Looking for some gift ideas? This month’s Home Energy Q&A features 8 energy-saving gadgets for the holidays.

Q: We’re practical gift-givers, and we’re thinking about giving the gift of energy savings this year. Do you have any fun suggestions for us? A: Absolutely! From stocking stuffers to splashy splurges…

12/09/2025

“Life’s guarantees” — death, taxes, and … what else? Antsy McClain poses a list of a few more “solids in life” in this month’s My Tennessee Notebook. https://hubs.la/Q03XvnRy0

12/08/2025

Whether you’re a fan of the Chuckle Map of Tennessee or the Kid’s Map of Tennessee, you’ll get a kick out of reading this month’s Tennessee History.

Bill Dyer – 1948 Cartoonist Bill Dyer illustrated the 1948 Chuckle Map of Tennessee. It featured smiling sweet potatoes in Weakley County, below, a bear enjoying the view in Blount County, bottom left…

12/05/2025

Our December Poet’s Playground winners are so talented! Check out this winning poem by Zendaya Stoltzfus from Duck River Electric along with all the December winners here. https://hubs.la/Q03WZvBJ0

12/04/2025

Did you know that The Tennessee Magazine has an online shop? Check it out here to find one- and three-year subscriptions and 2026 calendars.

12/04/2025

This month’s A Taste of Tennessee is all about leveling up — modern takes on traditional holiday favorites, that is. Check it out here!

Leveling up: Modern takes on traditional favorites Recipes by Tammy Algood | Food styling by Cynthia Kent | Photographs by Robin Conover Have you pulled out that tattered community cookbook yet?

12/03/2025

It’s the holiday season, and if you’re looking for ways to celebrate, be sure to take a look at our events calendar for wonderful events all across the state!

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12/01/2025

Cover reveal! The December cover features historical painter David Wright adding detail to one of his works. Check out the feature on the new book commemorating his career along with the full December issue here. https://hubs.la/Q03VT96-0

11/28/2025

Bella Telfer from Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation created this colorful winning pet portrait. Check out all the November winners here! https://hubs.la/Q03V1jZh0