Former UT Martin Percussion Student Reflects on “Roots of Rhythm” Performance
Feb. 15th
Guest Writer Chris Armstrong Music is often a bridge between cultures; language differences are a common barrier, but a compelling rhythm can transcend words and create a shared experience that
Wife of Longtime MIA Remembers Husband and Friend
Feb. 14th
UNION CITY, TENN. — Charlotte Lannom Shaw was 23 years old when she received word that her 27-year-old husband Lieutenant Richard “Tito” Lannom had been declared Missing in Action. That
Longtime MIA to be Laid to Rest in West Tennessee
UNION CITY, TENN — Governor Bill Lee has declared March 2 a day of mourning for Lieutenant Richard C. “Tito” Lannom, Missing in Action since March 1, 1968. As state
Discovery Park of America’s “Slide Lady” Benefits from Coworkers Support After Serious Accident in Costa Rica
Jan. 22nd
Guest writer: Chris Armstrong If you’ve visited Discovery Park of America, you’ve likely encountered the docents working throughout the museum and park. They are dedicated to ensuring the safety and
Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO Bricks
Jan. 18th
The world’s most famous skyscrapers engineered and built out of LEGO bricks are now on display at Discovery Park of America (DPA) in Union City, Tenn.
Local Shops in Union City
Jan. 7th
#ShopLocal in Downtown Union City Once you have visited Discovery Park of America, explore what else the city of Union City has to offer its guests! There are a ton
Larry Richardson Selected as Discovery Park of America’s Artist Showcase Winner
Jan. 4th
Discovery Park of America (DPA) announced today that Larry Richardson, an artist, naturalist and author who has spent a lifetime either conserving or celebrating the great outdoors, will “bring the
Mike Ramsey is Bringing History Alive in the Settlement
Jan. 2nd
Mike Ramsey is the kind of teacher who sees things and asks “why?” and envisions what could be and asks “why not?”
Best Diners & Dives in and around Union City, Tennessee
Dec. 29th
Best Diners & Dives in and around Union City, Tennessee Looking for some delicious grub you can’t find back home? We have the hookup for you. Click on the icons
Coming In 2019 To Discovery Park of America
Dec. 28th
Included in the new year will be new temporary exhibits, fun events, educational opportunities and an updated membership program
Discovery Park of America: Five Years in Review
Dec. 8th
When Jim Rippy begins his second retirement in January, he’ll do so knowing that he helped make his friend, businessman and philanthropist Robert Kirkland’s dream come true. After ten years
Cans Delivered to Local Charity
Dec. 4th
In early November, 10 area schools competed in CanStruction at Discovery Park of America, resulting in a month long exhibit in the Tennessee Room inside Discovery Center.