Alex Haley House Museum & Interpretive Center State Historic Site

Location: Henning

The Alex Haley House Museum & Interpretive Center in Henning, Tennessee, offers a profound glimpse into the life and legacy of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Roots: The Saga of an American Family. Situated in the 1919 Craftsman bungalow built by Haley’s grandfather, Will E. Palmer, this historic site is where young Alex absorbed the oral histories that would later inspire his groundbreaking work. Visitors can explore the restored home, which features original family furnishings and memorabilia, and view Haley’s final resting place on the grounds . The adjacent Interpretive Center, established in 2009, enriches the experience with exhibits, a life-size replica of a slave ship, and a documentary film detailing Haley’s journey and the impact of Roots