Tennessee marble

Hey kiddo! Do you know what marble is? It's a type of rock that is very pretty and shiny, and people use it to make sculptures, buildings, and other cool things.

Now, in Tennessee, there's a special type of marble that's very famous. It's called Tennessee marble, and it's been used for more than 150 years to make some really important stuff.

Tennessee marble is different from regular marble because it's softer and easier to work with. That means that people can carve it and shape it into all kinds of cool designs and patterns. It's also really strong and durable, so it can last a long time without breaking or wearing down.

People in Tennessee first started using the marble in the 1800s to build fancy mansions, churches, and government buildings. Some of the most famous buildings made with Tennessee marble are the Tennessee State Capitol, the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., and the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C.

Even today, people still use Tennessee marble to make cool things. It's used for flooring, countertops, and even fancy gravestones. So, the next time you see a beautiful building made with marble, remember that there's a special type of marble in Tennessee that's been used for over a century and continues to be used today!