Among the many awesome attractions we have in Pigeon Forge are a handful of museums that really get the upstairs gray matter buzzing with information and imagination. If you’re looking to add some items to the trip itinerary that justifies the term “edutainment”, we can recommend these attractions that are a short driving distance from our Pigeon Forge cabins.
Let’s take a look:
* Beyond The Lens *
2115 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 366-1609
Their information as listed on Mypigeonforge.com:
“Beyond the Lens is a highly-interactive and immersive experience for all ages. Pairing old-school nostalgia with cutting-edge technology, you’ll stir up forgotten memories and have a chance to make some new ones. Learn about the events and public figures who shaped our culture, and experience the games and entertainment that will shape our future. With dozens of thrilling photo opportunities scattered throughout, you’ll take those picture-perfect memories home with you.”
See their listing on My Pigeon Forge at https://www.mypigeonforge.com/business/beyond-the-lens.
* Wonderworks TN *
100 Music Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 868-1800
Their information as listed on Mypigeonforge.com:
WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge, TN will intrigue, excite, and inspire from the moment you first see it till the last. Originally, this attraction was built to be “An Amusement Park for the Mind.” It’s perhaps the most educational family attraction in town. As soon as you lay eyes on the three-story, 82-feet high building that’s turned upside down, your imagination starts working overtime.
There are more than 150 interactive exhibits—including the Bubble Room, where you can wrap yourself inside a giant bubble. The young and young at heart will appreciate all of the hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and demonstrations found within. You can explore an inversion tunnel, an anti-gravity chamber, a replica of the Mercury space capsule, and a hurricane hole with 71-mph winds. Plus, the re-creation of the 1989 San Francisco earthquake lets you experience the effects of a 5.3 magnitude earthquake. “Wow!” is a masterpiece of understatement.
And if that isn’t enough, WonderWorks also offers a laser tag course, a video game arcade, and the “Wonders of Magic” illusion show.
See their listing on My Pigeon Forge at https://www.mypigeonforge.com/business/wonderworks.
* Alcatraz East *
2757 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 453-3278
Their information as listed on Mypigeonforge.com:
Welcome to the Big House! Alcatraz East Crime Museum, which will give visitors the behind-the-scenes story to our nation’s crime history, is located at the entrance to The Island at 2757 Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The museum’s neighbors at The Island include Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen and Margaritaville Hotel, and will offer historic objects and activities for the entire family.
There are 20 different exhibit areas covering five themes for guests to explore; history of American crime, the consequences of crime, crime scene investigation, crime fighting, and pop culture.
Alcatraz East is the most arresting crime museum in the United States. Guests of all ages will encounter a unique journey into the history of American crime, crime solving, and our justice system. Through interactive exhibits and original artifacts, Alcatraz East is an entertaining and educational experience for all ages – so much fun it’s a crime!
See their listing on My Pigeon Forge at https://www.mypigeonforge.com/business/alcatraz-east.
* Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge *
2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(417) 334-9500
Everyone knows the name TITANIC, Everyone knows TITANIC hit an Iceberg, Everyone knows TITANIC sank, but there is so much more to her story!
With over 400 real TITANIC artifacts, valued at over four-million dollars, our permanent, interactive TITANIC experience goes beyond the obvious! Upon arrival at Titanic Museum Attraction, guests are greeted by one of our costumed cast members and given a boarding pass to become an actual passenger aboard the ship. Once inside, guests will step back in time to 1912 as they explore over 22,000 square feet of educational history. Our crew members honor the 2,208 passengers and crew by sharing their stories.
Music Gallery at Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge TNExplore twenty dramatically lit galleries, touch a growing iceberg, experience 28-degree water, sit in an actual size lifeboat and see the only actual TITANIC photos that exist on display.
Guests can also play our 1900’s Grand Piano, look inside a grand first-class stateroom similar to the ones the Astor’s shared and see a third-class cabin. Or take the Wheel on the Captain’s Bridge, see highlights of the owner and John Joslyn’s dive in the Discovery Gallery.
Replica Grand Staircase at Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge TNGuests to Titanic Museum Attraction are also invited to walk the replica Grand Staircase. The staircase was built from the ship’s blueprints, replicated accurately and full-scale in the museum. Woodworkers and ironworkers recreated the staircase with accurate details including the exquisite oak wood carvings and wrought-iron balustrades.
See their listing on My Pigeon Forge at https://www.mypigeonforge.com/business/titanic.
