Putnam County Convention Center

09/03/2026

🚧 TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧

The Putnam County Convention Center will be closed September 4–7 for parking lot maintenance and in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

We appreciate your patience as we make these improvements and hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend! 🇺🇸

09/01/2026

Celebrate America 250 Speaker Series 🇺🇸

Join us at the Putnam County Convention Center for the Celebrate America 250 in Putnam County Speaker Series, featuring engaging presentations from local historians, educators, and experts as we explore the rich history of Putnam County, Tennessee, and our nation.

🎟️ Admission is FREE, and everyone is welcome!
📍 Location: Putnam County Convention Center
2121 Event Center Drive, Cookeville (Off I-40, Exit 283)

📅 Thursday, September 3
Dr. Kent Dollar – The Civil War in Putnam County and in the Upper Cumberland

Dr. Dollar serves as Chair of the TTU History Department. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1986, his master’s from Mississippi College in 1994, and his Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee in 2001. He specializes in 19th-century America and the Civil War.

08/26/2026

A huge thank you to Gammill Quilting for choosing Cookeville as a stop on the Quilting with Confidence Tour! 🧵🪡

We’re so grateful for the opportunity to welcome such a wonderful group of quilters to our community. Thank you for choosing Cookeville, we hope you enjoyed your time with us as much as we enjoyed having you!

08/19/2026

Celebrate America 250 Speaker Series 🇺🇸

Join us at the Putnam County Convention Center for the Celebrate America 250 in Putnam County Speaker Series, featuring engaging presentations from local historians, educators, and experts as we explore the rich history of Putnam County, Tennessee, and our nation.

🎟️ Admission is FREE, and everyone is welcome!
📍 Location: Putnam County Convention Center
2121 Event Center Drive, Cookeville (Off I-40, Exit 283)

📅 Thursday, August 20
Philip Davis – The American Revolution and Tennessee

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious to learn more about our community’s past, this speaker series offers something for everyone!

08/05/2026

The Putnam County Convention Center will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, August 6th in observance of Election Day. 🇺🇸

We will resume normal business hours on Friday, August 7th.

08/05/2026

THE CATWALK: Jason and Sheila from Good Morning Cookeville hosted the Putnam County Fairest Of The Fair Pageant. While the judges were tallying the scores before the crowning, Jason & Sheila had a little fun!

07/26/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrate America 250 Speaker Series 🇺🇸

Join us at the Putnam County Convention Center for the Celebrate America 250 in Putnam County Speaker Series, featuring engaging presentations from local historians, educators, and experts as we explore the rich history of Putnam County, Tennessee, and our nation.

🎟️ Admission is FREE, and everyone is welcome!

📍 Location:
Putnam County Convention Center
2121 Event Center Drive, Cookeville (Off I-40, Exit 283)

🕠 Arrive at 5:45 PM
🕕 Lectures begin promptly at 6:00 PM

Upcoming Lectures:

📅 Tuesday, July 28
Dr. Troy Smith – Native Americans in Putnam County and the Upper Cumberland

📅 Thursday, August 20
Philip Davis – The American Revolution and Tennessee

📅 Thursday, September 3
Dr. Kent Dollar – Civil War in Putnam County and the Upper Cumberland

📅 Thursday, October 8
Dr. Mary Evins – These Truths Are Self-Evident: The America 250 Imperative and Tennessee Women Progressives

📅 Tuesday, October 13
Anna Burgess & Gary Bradford – True Crime in Putnam County

📅 Thursday, November 19
David Reeves – The Raulston-McKinley Stand: A Genealogical Study

📅 Dates To Be Announced
• Chuck Sutherland – Caves and Landforms in Putnam County
• Mark Dudney – John’s Place: A Putnam County Tradition

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious to learn more about our community’s past, this speaker series offers something for everyone.

This series is supported in part by the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial.

We look forward to seeing you at the Putnam County Convention Center!

07/23/2026

🍂Save the Date for the fall Putnam County Home Show 🏡

Join us September 18–19, 2026, at the new Putnam County Fairgrounds for the Upper Cumberland’s premier home improvement event!

Whether you’re building a new home, planning a renovation, updating your décor, enhancing your outdoor spaces, or simply looking for inspiration, you’ll find everything you need under one roof.

✨ What to Expect:
• Home improvement and remodeling professionals
• Innovative products and services for every home project
• Landscaping and outdoor living ideas
• Kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, windows, water systems, and more
• Live demonstrations, exclusive show specials, giveaways, and door prizes
• Fun for the entire family

📅 Putnam County Fall Home Show
September 18–19, 2026
📍 2121 Event Center Drive, Cookeville

🎟️ Admission is FREE! Register by scanning the QR code or visit PutnamCountyHomeShow.com.

📞 For more information, call 931-239-0255.

🏡 Homeowners: Discover fresh ideas, connect with trusted local professionals, and start planning your next home project.

🤝 Businesses: Vendor spaces are filling quickly! Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your products and services to thousands of homeowners throughout the Upper Cumberland. Contact us today to reserve your booth before space sells out.

We look forward to seeing you this September!

07/08/2026

Middle TN Baby and Kids Expo is this Saturday, July 11, from 11:00AM – 4:00PM!

The Middle TN Baby & Kids Expo brings together the best in baby, child, and parenting resources all under one roof. Whether you're expecting your first child or raising a growing family, you'll have the opportunity to connect with local businesses, discover valuable services, and shop from a wide variety of vendors.

Browse booths featuring:
• Baby and children's boutiques
• Pregnancy and parenting resources
• Handmade gifts and children's products
• Family-focused services
• And so much more!

Admission is just $3 per person at the door, and children 12 and under are free. Every paid admission is automatically entered into a drawing for exciting giveaways generously provided by participating vendors and local businesses.

📅 Saturday, July 11
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🎟️ $3 Admission | Children 12 & Under Free
📍2121 Event Center Drive, Cookeville

06/12/2026