From black bears to salamanders, old-growth forests to spring wildflowers, log cabins to gristmills...the park offers myriad opportunities for exploring and discovering both the natural and cultural history of these ancient mountains.
Built for the 1982 World’s Fair, the Sunsphere is a one-of-a-kind structure. The 4th Floor Observation Deck offers a breathtaking 360-degree view stretching from downtown to the Great Smoky Mountains including World’s Fair Park, the Tennessee River and the University of Tennessee Campus. A 1982 World’s Fair timeline, gallery, memorabilia and gift shop await you!