Asa Jackson’s Perpetual Motion Machine
This improbable contraption was passed down through five generations of industrious Tennesseans.

A 150-year-old perpetual motion machine, housed in the Hall of Fame at the Museum of Appalachia.

Why Go

⚙️ See an elaborate geared wooden contraption
📜 Explore the history of perpetual motion inventions
🏛️ Discover curiosities at the Museum of Appalachia

Why Avoid

🚫 The machine does not actually run perpetually

Tips

📍 Located about 16 miles north of Knoxville.
⏰ Check the museum website for current opening hours.

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