The Tennessee Historical Commission (SHPO) supplies some information for teachers regarding architecture, National Register properties, historic documents, and historic sites. 

Tennessee Historical Commission
2941 Lebanon Road
Nashville, TN  37243
(615) 532-1555
FAX (615)-532-1549

The Center for Historic Preservation at Middle Tennessee State University is a national clearinghouse for heritage education materials and provides a wide range of services and programs to schools and community organizations. The Center is responsible for the Heritage Education Network (THEN) , a national site for material and resources. Curriculum guides and lesson plans on various topics are available upon request. For more information, contact:

Heritage Education Coordinator
The Center for Historic Preservation
MTSU Box 80
Murfreesboro, TN  37132
(615)-898-2947
FAX  615-898-5614
e-mail

Memphis Heritage provides some heritage education materials dealing with historic architecture, national register properties, community history, and historic sites in the Memphis area. Audio-visuals are currently in development. Brochures are also available.

Memphis Heritage, Inc.
P.O. Box 3143
352 S. Main Street
Memphis, TN  38103
901-529-9828

The American Association for State and Local History is a national organization headquartered in Nashville. AASLH is widely recognized for its publications, and also conducts regional workshops for those interested in community history and education. For a catalogue of publications and services, contact:

American Association for State and Local History
530 Church Street, Suite 600
Nashville, TN  37219
615-255-2971