Johnny Cash's Secret Tennessee Farm Now a Museum

Johnny Cash's secluded 107-acre Bon Aqua property in Tennessee, acquired in the 1970s, has been transformed into The Storytellers Museum. This farm served as Cash's private sanctuary for nearly three decades, offering a quiet escape from his demanding career. Here, he engaged in gardening, cooking, reading, and writing, fostering a deep connection with the rural landscape.

Following Cash's passing in 2003, the property fell into disrepair but was purchased by Brian and Sally Oxley in 2015 for $895,000. Their restoration efforts aimed to preserve Cash's connection to Bon Aqua, opening the site as a museum in 2016. The museum now showcases period furnishings, handwritten materials, guitars, and personal items, including a car inspired by his song "One Piece at a Time."

Intimate details, such as bullet holes on a wall from when Cash taught his daughter to shoot, offer a glimpse into his private life. The Oxleys also acquired the nearby convenience store where Cash once performed informal shows, adding another layer to the site's narrative. The restored farm, now known as Hideaway Farm, preserves a quieter side of Cash's existence, complete with visitor facilities and displays.