Kodak, Tennessee

Kodak was named in 1892 when the local postmaster, Harvey N. Underwood, learned of the new "Kodak" brand of camera. Underwood decided that this was a name that was easy to remember and spell, hence he sought permission from the founder of Eastman Kodak, George Eastman, to use this name for his village and its post office. Eastman granted this permission.[2] In 1989, a new post office building was constructed on Highway 66.[3]

A large portion of Kodak along State Highway 66 and I-40 exit 407 has been annexed into the City of Sevierville since the 1990s.[4]

The Treaty of Dumplin Creek is the most important historical event in the annals of East Tennessee. The Treaty was signed June 10, 1785. The only treaty made by the State of Franklin was signed after some negotiation. Commissioners were John Sevier, Alexander Outlaw and Daniel Kennedy. Signatory Cherokee chiefs were the King of the Cherokee, Ancoo of Chota, Abraham of Chilhowee, The Sturgeon of Tallassee, the Bard of the Valley Towns and some thirty others. Because of this treaty, the counties of Blount, Hamblin, Jefferson, Knox and Sevier were now opened to Homesteaders. [5]

Exit 407 on Interstate 40 has many restaurants and several stores. Bass Pro Shops is located right off the exit. Other stores in Kodak include Food City, Dollar General, Family Dollar and various local shops.

Schools in Kodak are a part of Sevier County Schools.

• Northview Primary School – grades K–3
• Northview Intermediate School – grades 4–6
• Northview Academy – grades 7–12

• Great Smokies Flea Market
• River Islands Golf Club
• Smokies Stadium
• Seven Islands State Birding Park
• Sevier County Public Library System - Kodak Branch Library