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Special Guest - Tom Carson, Historian 2/24/26

Barbara Thorbjornsen • February 6, 2026

The Friends of the Kingston Public Library invite you:

You are invited to come listen to historian Tom Carson speak about the history of Rockwood and the Rockwood Forest Trails and iron mines. He will also address a time capsule located in Roane County and the unique history surrounding the area.

Tom Carson was born in Johnson City, TN and graduated from UTK with a Masters in Environmental Engineering. His love of history has provided a comprehensive story of Roane County.


Kingston Public Library
February 24, 2026 @ 6:00PM

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