Crowell said the center is part of TVA's continuing commitment to the Shoals area, which also includes the development of the new Public Power Institute with continued emphasis on energy and environmental research. Exhibits at the renovated Visitor Center include a wide range of historical photos of Wilson Dam construction and the Shoals area during the early part of the century. Some of the photos were taken by longtime Shoals area resident Jerry Landrum and his father, G. W. Landrum, who witnessed the construction of the dam from 1918 through the mid-1920s. The center will be closed on major holidays. Tour groups of 20 or more people should call in advance to ensure adequate staffing to accommodate guests.
Picnic tables are available.
TVA is the nation's largest producer of electricity, and its power system is self-financed. TVA provides power to large industries and 159 power distributors that serve about eight million consumers in seven southeastern states.