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  • Best place for Armenians to vacation in the US

    Best place for Armenians to vacation in the US

    Jul 2, 2024

    We’ve already written about what makes the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee such a great place for Armenians to live, remote work, and retire to. Many of these same reasons make it an ideal vacation destination as well. Pristine Armenia-esque Nature The first thing that you notice about the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee is…

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  • Boston, MA to Cookeville, TN

    Boston, MA to Cookeville, TN

    Jul 1, 2024

    Comparing the costs of living The Armenian community in Boston The Armenian community in the Boston area primarily resides in neighborhoods such as Watertown, Belmont, Cambridge, and Newton. Watertown, in particular, is known as the heart of the Armenian community, hosting numerous Armenian churches, schools, cultural organizations, and businesses. The greater Boston area is home…

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  • Will you be locked down (again)?

    Will you be locked down (again)?

    Jul 1, 2024

    Believe it or not, “lockdown” is not a public health term. It is a prison term. Seriously, I have a Masters degree in Public Health from a top-10 school. What played out during the tyrannical Covid-19 response is unprecedented. There are so many questions to unpack after this debacle. How was this allowed to happen?…

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  • Armenian Americans Retiring

    Armenian Americans Retiring

    Jun 30, 2024

    There are many things to consider when retiring and many places to consider. Here are some of the top reasons to consider joining the Hyeland Project and moving to the Upper Cumberland in Tennessee. Cost of Living Retiring in the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee offers Armenian-Americans an attractive cost of living. Compared to major…

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  • How to Find Armenian Communities

    How to Find Armenian Communities

    Jun 30, 2024

    Armenian Church Dioceses and Parishes The Armenian Apostolic Church is a central institution for Armenians worldwide. The Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern) and the Western Diocese provide directories of parishes across the U.S., offering a starting point to connect with local Armenian communities. In Tennessee where the Hyeland Project is focused, there…

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  • Armenian community in rural USA

    Armenian community in rural USA

    Jun 30, 2024

    Why homesteading? Homesteading and rural living is becoming increasingly popular. The scars of lockdowns and the prospect of future instability motivates some to form a more self-sufficient lifestyle. For others, the automation of technology and the isolation of modern life, is the spark to return to a more traditional rural community. Whatever the reason, the…

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  • Armenian American Rural Community

    Armenian American Rural Community

    Jun 30, 2024

    Old is new again Some of the first Armenian communities in America were established in rural areas of California, particularly in the San Joaquin Valley, due to the availability of fertile land for agriculture. These early immigrants played a crucial role in developing the agricultural industry, especially in crops like grapes and raisins, while preserving…

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  • Armenians in the South

    Armenians in the South

    Jun 29, 2024

    Armenian communities in the South Armenian communities in the southern United States, while smaller than those in other regions, have established significant and vibrant presences. In Florida, the Armenian population is estimated to be around 9,200 people. The state boasts several Armenian churches, including St. David Armenian Church in Boca Raton and St. Hagop Armenian…

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  • Why Armenians are choosing to work from home in Tennessee

    Why Armenians are choosing to work from home in Tennessee

    Jun 28, 2024

    Why Armenians are choosing to work from home in Tennessee Remote workers have a lot of freedom to choose where to live. Where you live has a huge impact on you and your families life. With a mix of rural or urban living, here are some reasons to consider the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee…

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  • Top 3 reasons Armenians are moving to Tennessee

    Top 3 reasons Armenians are moving to Tennessee

    Jun 27, 2024

    Top 3 reasons Armenians are moving to Tennessee Reason #1: It feels like Armenia Can you tell the difference? One picture is in the Upper Cumberland of Tennessee and one is Dilijan in Armenia. The land, climate, and plants are nearly identical in these two areas. Both areas are also similarly vacation destinations. Dilijan draws…

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Armenians in Tennessee | The Tennessee Hyeland Project

Enriching the Armenian-American experience through the establishment of a supportive and vibrant community in Tennessee