In 2000, the Rhea County Commission approached UT Extension with the idea of developing a fairgrounds on property owned in
Evensville, TN. Through much hard work on the part of volunteers and staff, this dream is slowly becoming a reality. A resolution
was adopted in 2003 by the county commission naming the facility the Rhea County Agricultural and Natural Resource Complex or, more
commonly known as, the Ag Center. The UT Extension Committee is responsible for proposing and submitting policies and procedures for
the operation of the Center.
The property had humble beginnings with only an existing barn on site. Through volunteer
efforts, grant dollars and donations, the Center now has a picnic pavilion, youth exhibit building, Farm Credit agriculture exhibit
building, entertaiment stage, livestock exhibit and show barn, rodeo arena, and a gazebo, along with the original
barn.
New construction this year is nearing completion and adds another restroom facility, fair office/ticket booth at the
front gate, and a concession stand/announcers booth at the arena. This facility is available to outside groups for rental. For
more information, please contact the UT Extension office at (423) 775-7807.
History