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Freedom Truck Mobile Museum Stops in Granville, Tennessee, Nov. 11 to 15, Open to Truckers and Families With No Admission Charge

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A traveling museum is coming to a small Tennessee town, and everyone is invited. The Freedom Truck Mobile Museum will be in Granville from Nov. 11 through Nov. 15, according to the Town of Granville. The Tennessean, in a Nov. 1 article, places the stop in the context of America's 250th birthday celebration. That article is behind a paywall, so this report relies on the town's page for every detail about the visit and cites the Tennessean only for the America 250 context.

What it is

The town describes the Freedom Truck as an interactive museum that brings the story of America's founding and independence to the community. The town says only six of these trucks traveled around the U.S. this past year, and that Granville is fortunate to host one.

Where and when

The museum will be at 6766 Granville Highway in Granville, Tennessee. Hours are:

Cost

The town says there is no charge for entrance to the Freedom Truck. Guests who also want to visit the 13 venues in Granville can buy a Town Tour Ticket, valid Wednesday through Saturday during regular hours and on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A Holiday Luncheon served at Sutton General Store at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. is $15, with reservations preferred, according to the town.

What the reports do not say

The town page does not describe the size or design of the truck, and it does not say who drives it between stops. Big Rig Daily is not adding details that were not in the sources reviewed.

Why it may interest truckers

Truckers and their families who live near Granville or are passing through the area may want to plan a visit. Big Rig Daily has covered other community stories, including a Halloween graveyard built on a truck and a Veterans Day meal drive at truck stops.

Quick facts

FAQ

How much does it cost to go through the Freedom Truck?

The town says there is no charge for entrance.

What are the Freedom Truck's hours on opening day in Granville?

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Is the Freedom Truck visit tied to a national event?

The Tennessean places the stop in the context of America's 250th birthday celebration. The town's page supplies the visit details.

A question for readers

Parents and grandparents, would you take the kids to a museum that travels on the road?

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