Soft Opening Announcement

Visit our 24-acre Grounds Thursday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The House is open for pre-scheduled, ticketed tours and events.

SOFT OPENING DATES:

March 19, 20, and 21

March 26, 27, and 28

The Eugenia Williams House will close to the public after March 28 in preparation for our Grand Opening on April 11, 2026.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

The House is open exclusively for pre-scheduled, ticketed tours offered by Knoxville Walking Tours and events presented by our cultural partners. Guests must pre-register to enter the House.

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Grand Opening – April 11, 2026.

Become part of the story

Eugenia Williams had a vision—and gave life to one of Knoxville’s most distinctive properties. Discover the House through guided tours and special events, and explore the Grounds, which are open to the public for picnics, walks, and quiet reflection.

Plan Your Visit

Explore our Grounds

Explore the diverse plant life and natural beauty along the many trails and wild gardens throughout the property.

Learn More about The Grounds

Designed by John Fanz Staub and completed in 1941, the Eugenia Williams House combines traditional elegance and modern innovation. From its handcrafted woodwork to one of the city’s first automatic dishwashers, every detail of this house speaks to its place in architectural history.

The History of the House

Established 1941

Eugenia Williams inherited her family’s agrarian estate in 1929 and set about reimagining the property. The Grounds were designed to emulate the English countryside, and the original buildings were razed to make way for a home of her own.

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