Welcome to Roane County, Tennessee
Welcome to Roane County, TN

Roane County is home to the nation’s leading research lab, the Oak Ridge National Lab. Forty-three miles of the Tennessee River is available for a boat load of fishing and water sports. We are nestled in the Tennessee Valley between the Great Smoky Mountains to the east and the Cumberland Plateau to the West. Today, Roane County offers a diverse population from around the nation due to our retirement and research community. Discover how the best of Tennessee all comes together in Roane County.

A Message From The County Executive

Roane Co. County Executive – Wade Creswell

A combination of natural beauty and world leading science and energy innovation makes Roane County an exceptional place in the world. Neighboring the population center of Knox County while tucked against the Cumberland Plateau, Roane County offers wide options for residents, visitors, and businesses.

Thank you for visiting our website. As you learn more about how our government serves our people, we hope you understand what we always have- there is no place like Roane.

Welcome to Roane County!

Roane County Courthouse - Capitol For A Day

Capital For A Day

Knows as the “Capital for a Day” the Roane County Historic Courthouse is one of only seven remaining antebellum courthouses in the state and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On September 21, 1807, Kingston was Tennessee’s capital for one day when the Tennessee General Assembly met to fulfill a treaty obligation made with the Cherokee Indians.

Roane County Courthouse

Serving the Citizens of Roane County

Roane County Government takes pride in serving the incredible citizens of Roane County, Tennessee.  The Courthouse is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM until 4:30 PM.  If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us or stop by.  We are always here for you, and it is our honor to serve you.