Explore the Wonders of the General Shale Museum of Ancient Brick

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from downtown Johnson City, head east on West Market Street toward South Roan Street. Continue straight for about 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with South Roan Street. Turn right onto South Roan Street and walk approximately 0.3 miles until you come to the intersection with East Tennessee State University (ETSU). At this point, you can take a bus or continue walking. If you choose to walk, continue on South Roan Street, which will eventually turn into Bristol Highway (US-11E). Keep walking for about 1.5 miles. As you approach the General Shale Museum, you will see it on your left at 3015 Bristol Hwy. Look for the signage indicating the museum.

• Public Transit

  From downtown Johnson City, walk to the nearest bus stop at the corner of West Market Street and South Roan Street. Take the Johnson City Transit bus route that heads towards Bristol Highway. The closest bus stop to the General Shale Museum is at the intersection of Bristol Highway and East Tennessee State University. After disembarking, walk about 0.2 miles down Bristol Highway, and the museum will be on your left at 3015 Bristol Hwy. Make sure to check the bus schedule ahead of time for departure times and routes.