Troop 156 history spans all the way back to the 1950's. This is a new page on our site that will be updated as new data emerges. Below is a document that list the history of the troop, Scoutmaster, Institutional Representative, Committee Chair, and Charter (Sponsor) since the beginning of the troop in 1953.
Below you will see the information promoting the Troop 156 Reunion. This reunion brought together scouters from as far back as the 60's to meet and enjoy fellowship with Troop 156 members throughout the entire history of the troop.
July 21 - 23, 2017 - The Troop 156 reunion was held on July 21-23, 2017. This was a historical event in the Troop that was enjoyed by all attendees. Photos of the Troop 156 Reunion are in. Click the link below to open the Troop 156 Reunion page for photos of this historic event.
The links below will direct open the photos taken each day of the reunion. Click on the link or the photo for addition photos of that day.
This is a YouTube playlist of Troop 156 videos including the slide show from the Reunion: Link to Troop 156 Playlist. Enjoy and share!
Boy Scout Troop 156 exhibit open July 22-Aug. 5 - Cookeville History Museum
Boy Scout Troop 156’s desire to commemorate its 156th Eagle Scout has resulted in a Cookeville History Museum exhibit that will open July 22, the same weekend the troop is planning a reunion.
“It’s going to be a Boy Scout exhibit, but it’s also going to explore the history of Troop 156,” Dan Fenlon, reunion committee member, said.
The troop, chartered by St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, goes back to 1953. In its 64-year history, the troop has been involved in numerous activities, including monthly camping adventures, national jamborees and visits to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico.
An opening reception will be held July 22 from 1-3 p.m. The exhibit continues through Aug. 5.
The centerpiece will be a chuck wagon designed by Mark Rogers, whose father was an early Troop 156 scoutmaster.
“It’s a chuck wagon like nobody’s ever seen before,” Fenlon said. “It has everything on it – a sink, a library, and even a medical side. It’s just really amazing.”
The exhibit will also include photos and various other artifacts collected or created by scouts over the years.
The Cookeville History Museum, which is maintained by the City of Cookeville Department of Leisure Services, is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 40 E. Broad St. Admission is free. For more information, call 931-520-5455.