Sevierville

Settled about 1783, this town, first

called "Forks of Little Pigeon," was

organized as county seat of Sevier

Co.,1795. Indian trader, Isaac Thomas'

home was first courthouse, fort and

tavern. Jas. McMahon gave 25 acre

tract for the town, which was later named for John Sevier, first governor

of the State.

Marker is on W Main St (U.S. 441).

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