Farragut Museum

Museum Overview

The Farragut Museum is a treasure chest of artifacts and photographs.  One of the features of the museum is the Admiral David Glasgow Farragut collection. Admiral Farragut was born in this area on July 5, 1801.  Farragut was the first commissioned admiral of the United States Navy and is best known for his statement, "Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead." This nationally sought after collection houses artifacts that cannot be seen anywhere else such as Farragut's personal china, uniform ornamentation, family photographs, manuscripts, letters of interest and a large collection of scrimshaw. 

The museum galleries also exhibit artifacts pertaining to the history of the Farragut and Concord communities and the Civil War. In addition to the permanent displays, the museum has a gallery dedicated to rotating special exhibits. 

Gift Shop

The Frances L. Abel Gift Shop features a variety of unique items, including Farragut flags and gift items; local and Civil War history books; a 25th anniversary cookbook featuring local recipes; a variety of children's toys; and handmade items from local crafts persons, including beaded jewelry.

Civil War Trails Marker & Farragut Memorial Plaza

In 2010, a Civil War Trails Historical Marker was dedicated on the grounds of the Farragut Town Hall to commemorate the Battle of Campbell Station fought on surrounding land on Nov. 16, 1863.  Also dedicated in 2010, the Farragut Memorial Plaza features a life-size Admiral Farragut bronze statue by sculptor Linda Rankin, Civil War era cannons on loan from the U.S. Naval Yard, and historical markers with information about Admiral Farragut's life.

Visit/Contact Us

The Farragut Museum and Gift Shop are located in the Farragut Town Hall, 11408 Municipal Center Drive. Admission to the museum is free – hours are Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Those interested in arranging a group tour or becoming a museum docent or gift shop host should call (865) 966-7057. Please note that the Farragut Museum is closed for renovations. We look forward to welcoming guests back in late 2024.