Celebrate the 232nd birthday of Knoxville at the Craighead-Jackson House to meet with local historians for food and drinks and celebration. The historic two-story, brick house was constructed by John Craighead in 1818 adjacent to the William Blount Mansion. Historic Homes of Knoxville Founders Day celebrates the City of Knoxville and its historic properties, including Blount Mansion, Crescent Bend House & Gardens, Historic Ramsey House, James White’s Fort, Mabry-Hazen House, Marble Springs State Historic Site and Historic Westwood.