Tellico Blockhouse

Then - The Tellico Blockhouse, built in 1794, was located across the lake from Fort Loudoun. There, federal and territorial officials implemented the Factory Act of 1795, which was a United States government plan to "civilize" Indians by maintaining federal "factories," or trading posts, where Indians would receive fair exchange for their furs as well as learn farming and mechanical skills.

Now - Interpretive exhibits situated among the ruins tell the story of the Tellico Blockhouse and its role maintaining order along the Cherokee frontier and promoting the "civilization" policy of the U.S. government. Visitors to the site can wander among the foundations and look across the river toward the old Cherokee Nation.

Blockhouse Road (just off US 411)
Vonore, TN 37885
423-884-6217
www.fortloudoun.com
Hours: Open everyday, 8:00 – sunset