Claiborne County Tourism Commission
“Our purpose is to develop and promote tourism in Claiborne County as an industry.”
Claiborne County Tourism Commission continually works toward developing and implementing ideas to help the county to grow economically while maintaining the quality of life that is the primary draw for residents, businesses and visitors alike.
Recent Awards and Recognitions
- Received Chuck Davis award in 2013 for “Best Practices” in Tourism development.
- The Claiborne County Fair Association was awarded the 2014 “Most Improved Fair in Tennessee” by the TN State Fair Association.
- Cumberland Gap Genealogy Jamboree and Pioneer Days was named one of the top 20 events in the Southeast for June in: 2015 and 2017 by the Southeast Tourism Society.
- The White Lightning Trail Festival was named one of the top 20 events in the Southeast for June in: 2013, 2014, and 2015 by the Southeast Tourism Society.
- The Claiborne County Fair Association was awarded the 2016 “Merit Award” by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture.
- Cumberland Gap National Historic Park received the 2017 “Keeper of the Light Award” as part of the National Park Service Centennial celebration.
- The Powell River Blueway Trail received the 2018 “Excellence Award” from the East Tennessee Development District.
- The Powell River Blueway Trail received the 2018 “Excellence in Communication and Outreach Award” from the Tennessee River Basin Network.