Town of Pittman Center, Tennessee
A Community Dedicated to Preserving Our Mountain Heritage
Vision Statement
To create and perpetuate a quality living environment and encourage quality development that supports that goal. To encourage development that supports a tourist-oriented economic base and strengthens our unique relationship with the Great Smoky Mountains.
About Pittman Center, Tennessee
Just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg, nestled in the mountains near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is the quaint community of Pittman Center. Pittman Center provides a unique blend of history, culture, and natural scenic beauty that captures the imagination.
Proud of their mountain heritage, residents work hard to preserve the historic landscape and mountain culture that beckons visitors to come and stay awhile. Time seems to stand still as visitors rediscover the beauty of the natural surroundings and rich history that define the Pittman Center experience.
While staying in Pittman Center, visitors can enjoy fishing, hiking, swimming, golfing, birdwatching, wildlife viewing, visiting historic City Hall, and strolling across the covered bridge. The Greenbrier entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park is within the town limits and provides additional recreational opportunities for the entire family.
Community Highlight: Meet Ham
Bethlehem “Ham,” the Pittman Center community donkey.
Bethlehem “Ham” is the community donkey. Ham is a Jerusalem donkey, a type of donkey known for the cross-shaped marking on its back. According to tradition, the marking was a gift from God for carrying Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.
Ham is quite a character. He loves snacks, and many community members bring him treats each day. His hobbies include chasing his goats, blocking the driveway, and stealing Cheetos from the Pittman Center maintenance crew.
Ham can be visited at the Spring Branch Walking Trail. Visitors who would like to bring him a treat should bring an apple or carrot.
Important Links
Connect With Us
Visit the Town of Pittman Center City Hall Facebook page for community news and updates.
Visit Pittman Center City Hall on Facebook
Fireworks Permits
Fireworks permits are required within the Town of Pittman Center. Permits may be purchased at Pittman Center City Hall:
Pittman Center City Hall
2839 Webb Creek Road
Sevierville, TN 37876
Read the Fireworks Ordinance (PDF)
Glenn Cardwell’s Books for Sale
- Pittman Center Photographic Documentation and History — $25
- The Greenbrier Cove Story — $13
- A Dream Fulfilled: A Story About Pittman Center — $13
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UPCOMING MEETINGS:
To speak before the Board of Mayor and Aldermen regarding the current agenda items a request form must be filled out and submitted no later than two days prior to the Meeting. Forms can be found on this site under:
Government/Printable Forms/ Citizen Comment Request
You may also call City Hall at 865-436-5499 to request a Citizen Comment Request Form.
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All documents, proposals, submissions, etc. for the Planning Commission/Board of Zoning/Design Review must be submitted to City Hall no later than the 15th of the prior month.
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Monthly-Planning Commission
The Planning Commission’s next meeting will be Tuesday, September 1st, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
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Monthly-Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals-No Meeting Scheduled at This Time
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Monthly-Design Review Commission
The Design Review Commission-No Meeting Scheduled at This Time
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Monthly – Board of Mayor and Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen’s next meeting is Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
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Tree Board/Bee Board –
None scheduled at this time.
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Workshop –
None scheduled at this time.
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For More Information on Meetings and Agendas as they become available.
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