I am often asked what it is like at Dollywood when the boss is in town. By boss I mean, of course, Dolly Parton. Dolly is the Dreamer in Chief for Dollywood, a company she owns with Herschend Family Entertainment and her partners Jack and Sherry Herschend and Pete and JoDee Herschend. Dolly comes [...]
Dollywood has become an iconic location for a number of people. For some, the more than 50 rides and attractions are the primary draws, others are brought in for the delicious food or the ever-inspiring entertainment. One consistent driver for our guests is, of course, Dolly. Dolly’s presence can be felt throughout the park, [...]
For 25 years, Dolly Parton has been called The Book Lady because of her free program that mails books to children. It started in Sevier County, Tennessee (Dolly's childhood stomping ground), and then grew throughout the state. Next, it expanded throughout the country. Now, children around the world receive monthly Imagination Library books! Watch [...]
*Editor's Note: All pictured merchandise available when blog was written Jan. 11, 2021. One of my favorite things to do at Dollywood is shop, but did you know Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa has a great shopping option as well? Pokeberry Lane is open all year just like the resort. Not only does it [...]
Red’s Drive-In has been a Dollywood fan-favorite since it opened with Jukebox Junction in 1995. The menu boasts thick, frosty shakes and the best burgers in town. Apart from being a well-themed eatery (with great food!), this spot serves as a nod to some Dolly Parton history. In 1946—the year Dolly was born—a man [...]
Whether you’re a Dolly Parton fan, a dreamer, or you just love cheering for the unlikely hero, Chasing Rainbows Museum is an attraction you need to see. Dolly and her team created this museum to tell the story of her life and career. It features interactive elements and behind-the-scenes collections and keepsakes—from her humble [...]
Working at Dollywood has a lot of perks. One of the most obvious highs is working with a legend. Here’s the understatement of the year: Dolly Parton is a dynamically-talented woman whose legacy is going to live a long, long time. But what I love about her the most is the way she loves [...]
When it’s time to try to figure out things to do this summer or what to do for an evening out, it usually comes down to this question: dinner or a show of some kind? As luck would have it, the best answer to this question when I can spend a night in Pigeon [...]
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