Camden, Tennessee: North America's Only Freshwater Pearl Farm
The pristine embayment of Birdsong Creek is the only place where freshwater pearls can be farmed in the U.S. More exciting than a fish farm.Birdsong Resort and Marina
- Address:
- 255 Marina Rd, Camden, TN
- Directions:
- At the Birdsong Resort and Marina. I-40 exit 133. North on Hwy 191/Birdsong Rd for nine miles, then turn right onto Marina Rd.
- Hours:
- M-Sa 8 am - 5 pm, Su 1-4 pm.
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This is the only freshwater pearl farm located in the United States. It is absolutely one of the most unique and interesting attractions. It is located at Birdsong Marina and Resort on Interstate 40 which connects Memphis and Nashville, TN.
[Vickie Rose, 06/08/2003]Nearby Offbeat Places
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The freshwater pearl is Tennessee's Official State Gem, and the pristine embayment of Birdsong Creek is the only place where they can be grown.