Est. 1909 Bush Bean Company located in East Tennessee. Lets Take A Journey Through History & Time
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- WOW! This is my #1 Must Place to Visit when you are in East Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains.
Leave me a comment if you have been there or if you would like to visit Bush Beans.
John Ward
johngward1472@gmail.com
Exploring the Legacy of Bush Beans in Chestnut Hill, Tennessee: A Journey Through History and Tradition
0:30: 🌱 Exploring the history of Bush Beans in Chestnut Hill, Tennessee through a visit to their Visitor Center and old Bush home.
0:30: Visitor Center showcases interactive exhibits, a Cafe Restaurant, and a general store
0:58: Bush's family iconic business started in Chestnut Hill in 1909
2:06: 30th anniversary of 'Roll That Beautiful Bean Footage' commercial
2:24: Over 120 varieties of Bush Beans products available
3:08: Bush's Visitors Center building has a rich history serving as a barter store, bank, gas station, and cafeteria over the years
4:43: State-of-the-art manufacturing facility for Bush products opened in 2003 in Chestnut Hill
5:06: Old Bush home built in 1909 housed many generations of the Bush family
5:39: 🏡 Exploring the historic Bush family home and visitor center in Tennessee.
5:39: Bush family home served as a community center and hosted overnight guests
6:43: AJ and Sally lived in the home for almost 40 years
9:13: The home features a unique dual porch design
10:35: The home was refurbished in the early 2000s to preserve history
11:04: Visitor center includes a museum with Bush Brothers history and plant tours
11:49: 🌱 Exploration of historical canning techniques and family legacy at a museum in Tennessee.
11:49: Family museum showcasing company history and current products
12:17: Displays include movies on plant tour and company history
13:02: Demonstration of traditional canning process with tools and techniques
15:04: Evolution from hand-crafted tin cans to modern sanitary cans
15:53: Explanation of hermetically sealed cans and cooking process
18:06: 🌱 Exploring the legacy of Bush Brothers & Company and their iconic family secret recipe.
18:06: Bush Brothers & Company's core values of Integrity, Responsibility, Trust, and Caring
19:44: Family-owned business for many years with a secret recipe passed down through generations
20:28: The iconic Bush Beans commercial featuring Jay and Duke has been running for 30 years
21:06: Expansion of Bush Brothers & Company to become a national brand in 1994
21:23: 🌱 Exploration of the history and legacy of Bush Brothers through iconic commercials and family involvement.
21:23: Jay Bush's natural fit as a spokesperson for Bush Brothers and the success of the first commercial
21:54: Introduction of Duke the golden retriever as a sidekick in the commercials
22:09: Duke becoming a beloved part of the company and a focal point for visitors
23:25: Overview of the Bean benches, Beanscale, and interactive experiences for visitors
24:08: Display of old commercials and the effort put into making Bush's commercials
24:42: Story of Miss Lily and the family-owned company values
25:33: Interviewee's long-standing history with Bush Brothers and involvement in consulting
26:04: 🌱 Exploration of Bush Beans exhibit showcasing bean origins, interactive displays, and new products.
26:04: Long-standing connection to company and family-like treatment emphasized.
26:38: Interactive displays featuring oversized spoon, giant bean, and Tic Tac Toe game.
27:51: Bean sourcing from various states across the US highlighted.
28:40: Educational corner with facts about bean types and Bush's top purchases.
29:29: Fun photo opportunities like 'rolling can' picture and interactive Bean aisle.
30:49: Introduction of new product line with zero sugar added for dietary preferences.
31:14: Duke character popping out on the board for engagement and information access.
31:23: 🌱 Exploration of Bush's General Store, Cafe, and Interactive Board in Chestnut Hill, Tennessee.
31:23: Interactive board engages visitors of all ages with rewards and diverse content.
32:23: Instagram board scrolls with hundreds of pictures and videos for interactive learning.
33:01: Visitors can stay informed by providing their email for updates on new releases and products.
33:58: Tour showcases historical buildings in Chestnut Hill, including the old General Store and factory.
34:56: General Store offers a variety of beans and other items for sale, including rugs and po holders.
35:51: Bush's Cafe serves sandwiches, chili pot, cornbread, and desserts like pinto bean pie.
36:03: Menu includes vegetarian-friendly options and chicken tenders for a diverse dining experience.
36:53: 🌽 Exploring a historic Tennessee company's visitor center, featuring unique dishes made with pinto beans.
36:53: The visitor center offers signature dishes like pinto bean pie and chili pot.
39:13: Located near the Smoky Mountains, it provides a relaxing getaway from popular tourist spots.
40:29: The cafe is open Monday through Saturday, serving homemade dishes made with beans.
This is one of the companies that makes America great. Well done.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Wow Bush beans have been on our family table for years. The best by far
Thanks for the comment, what state do you watch us from? John
@@theappalachianchannel Union City Tennessee
Idaho Enjoy the video. Thanks God bless
Scott and Dennis should be in the next Bush's commercial.
Bushs beans are one of the best. They rolled out the red carpet for you John! Good people with deep roots.. good to see an all American company still going strong after all these years. That speaks volumes
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
Very cool! And right here in our great state of Tennessee! Love it!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hello I am from Ontario Canada and love eating bush beans
Love bush beans
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
Thank you for this beautiful bean footage loved it ❣
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Great Company product. Love these family owned businesses….
The best!
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
I sure miss Bush's Shredded Saurkraut.
Thanks for the comment and I didnt know they had Saurkraunt. What state do you watch us from? John
Bush's carried it years ago. I am from Alabama!
Yeah Bush's needs to bring back their old recipe's.
We have visited Bush Co. many times on our way to Pigeon Forge. On our way back home we stop to buy their food. Wonderful place to visit. People are very kind. Bush beans are always in my pantry. WE SUPPORT AMERICAN BUSINESSES IN AMERICA. NOT THE ONES WHO LEFT AND WENT TO MEXICA OR CHINA.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
I was just wondering what kind of work force they have. I 'm in hopes that it would be all United States CITIZEN .
These are by far the best beans period! I don’t buy any other.
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
I LOVE the baked beans !
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
John This is by far 1 of the Best Videos You Put out for us all .What a incredible History of the Bush Family and there wonderful Beans . I am 54 yrs young lol and i still Enjoy Having my Bush Beans with every Hot Dog .They both go together like Peas and Carrots --> DELICIOUS😊
Glad you enjoyed the video about Bush Beans. John
I have been enjoying your videos. I'm not able to travel anymore and watching your videos have truly been a blessing. Thank you for what you do!
Glad you like them!
Tomorrow I'm going to store to get a can of Bush Chili Magic..
Real nice wholesome video Mr John. Our family has bought Bush's beans for years. I never new they where a good old Tennessee company. I'm planning on a trip to visit them...
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
I appreciate you letting them talk without interrupting, thanks for a great video.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Wow love it 😊
I'm glad you like it
I love this video
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
This is one of the best travel vlogs I've ever seen. You put PBS to shame. I look forward to watching you for years to come. God bless you all.
Glad you enjoyed it!
This episode is full of beans 🫘
Thank you John for sharing with us.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Fascinating
Thanks for the comment it is a fascinating place for sure, what state do you watch us from? John
Three of us watching this remember Duke and how we loved that commercial 👍
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Well, that sure was a fun and interesting adventure! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Wonderful job with this video to everyone involved. I now have it pinned on my map!
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
Our grandkids loved the museum. Great addition to any trip to the Smokies.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Love this the house is beautiful and the museum looks pretty cool to bring the kiddos
It really is!
My wife would love that kitchen!
yes it is beautiful for sure.Glad you enjoyed the video about the history Bush Beans. John Ward
Wow!!! They are the Best Baked Beans ever made!!! I probably have 8 cans in my pantry!!! I Love them!!! Thank you for sharing them with us!!! God Bless Us All!!!
Sure would like to visit the Bush bean factory.
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
@@theappalachianchannel Yes they are, I like Bush products.
“Roll that beautiful bean footage” I say that all the time, I get some odd looks from the younger folk. 😂
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
John this was one of your best videos love them all.. Keep them coming great job.
Glad you enjoyed it
Awesome video, whoever held the camera, well done. Great panning.
Our family had bake beans every Sat with brown bread,, and sometimes a hot dog or potato salad with the beans and brown bread. I love bake bean sandwiches with ketchup.
Beans keeps hunger away for a very long time.
This video is so interesting, I will post this on social media for others to enjoy.
Glad I clicked on. Thanks for the tour.
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
Everything in that business store is very interesting to me lol
Another great adventure through time !! Thanks John, for your efforts to further our knowledge of the history of this great nation.
Glad you enjoyed it
A little bonus footage at the end.
yes they were
I love those bushes beans. We eat them a lot. 1000 cans per minute is hard to imagine. Good video, keep up the good work.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Holly cow that food looks delicious I’m jealous John lol … enjoy every bite good buddy and thank you for sharing and Dennis seems to be like he’s a very nice man and I’m definitely gonna stop in there next time when I’m in that area and bush beans is one of my favorite beans also
The dog on the commercial years ago was the best! 😊, and the beans especially with hot dogs, O my, I always have to have Bush beans with my dogs! Thank you for sharing this video! 😉
So true!
John, you did a fantastic job on this video! So interesting to watch and it’s so nice to see that the family still owns the company! The history is fascinating. Thank you for sharing and god bless
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Another AWESOME VIDEO 😊
Thank you so much 😀
After all that I'm hungry! Good job John!
Glad you enjoyed the video about Bush Beans. John
Great tour of a great company hope we can visit sometime
Most definitely!
John this video is so much fun! We passed by Bush's before but didnt know we could go in!! Great job here, we cant wait to go!!!
you guys need to come up and we live make a video one night.
@@theappalachianchannel Absolutely! It would be a blast!
What a terrific video. The employees at Bush's Beans are absolutely wonderful. I wish we had people like that in N.J
Outstanding video, thank you again, TMP from N.J.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
John, you've outdone yourself on this video, great historical significance documented here, great work. And what an amazing staff there at Bush's. Not far from there is English Mountain Trout Restaurant, they literally fish out your meal in a stream next to the restaurant, cool experience.
If I ever get to travel, having end stage renal disease, this is the second place I'd go, first would be to see my kids, but I love bush beans since I was a kid, thank you for rolling this beautiful bean footage
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Oh my gosh i went there last year it was great
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
John this is a AWESOME video . My first reaction was to laugh, AWESOME my friend. Sorry I'm late in watching , but better late then never. THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA........
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Love me some BUSH BEANS, eat them alot. Thanks for the Video it was perfect.
Glad you enjoyed the video about Bush Beans. John
One of my favorite videos raised on bush beans can’t wait till the next one ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Been there many times. It’s so much fun, and they have a great cafe.
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
I just bought some Bush beans today to eat with hamburgers this weekend!
The best beans in history!
Awesome video John!
EnjoyT\ the beans and thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
I've been eating Bush beans all my life. You can't beat them. Thanks for the video.
Glad you enjoyed the video about Bush Beans. John
That food looked really good! Great video, John. Enjoyed it very much.
One of favorite places to visit when in TN! Loved the video!!
Glad you enjoyed the video about the history Bush Beans. John Ward
John, your videos just make me add to my list of places to see when we travel east to see our family in FL. May have to spent a month in TN! Thanks for all you do and keep ‘em coming! Cheers from Oklahoma.
yes its a great place to visit....
The Best Beans! Glad to see the tour.
John great job i always enjoy visiting. The Bush place nice people
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
@@theappalachianchannel you do a 👍 job Jon looking forward to seeing what you do next
We went there last year from NC, it’s right on the way for us.
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
❤john what a wonderful video. We loved to watch it very interesting. That bean dinner look really good. Good job john. Love you . Rose&steve hoyt lakes Minnesota
Glad you enjoyed the video about the history Bush Beans. John Ward
Bush Beans test kitchen is located in Knoxville, Tn. on East Weisgarber Avenue. I had them as a customer in the 90's and used to go in to test the water when I was a plumber. They used to have someone follow me everywhere in their top secret kitchen. They told me that every batch was tested at Weisgarber before being released for canning!
Swaggerty Farms sausage is made in Tennessee
Thanks for the comment, what state do you watch us from? John
The factory is in Kodak!
Since I haven't bought a bag of refined sugar in over 15 years, I'm so glad that Bush's baked beans has a zero sugar recipe now. Everything from ketchup to trail mix is chock-full of poisonous refined sugar. (You'll agree with me once you're diagnosed as a pre-diabetic) 😲
I never knew that Bush beans was that close to me Erwin Tennessee I bring my grand children think u
Yes it right here in TN and Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
We were there recently and lived every minute of it. I would encourage anyone to take the time to check it out. Greetings from North Mississippi.
Hello, thanks for the show. We love Bush's baked beans, ok bye,.👋
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
Love the original bush bean so good with fryied fish.
I love making grilled cheese sandwiches with Bush's baked beans. Before each bite, I dip the sandwich in the hot baked bean gravy. Ummmm! Ummmm!
Thank you for remaining a company that Americans can trust. That's rare right now.
Wow John, Thanks For This Post ! Don't Worry Duke Your Secret's Safe With Me Here In The Maritimes In Canada ! ATB T God Bless
Glad you enjoyed the video about Bush Beans. John
We visited there last year on our way to pigeon Forge…I really enjoyed it.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
I live in California and have visited this facility 3 times when I visit friends in Dandridge.
I love Bush Beans and their support of NASCAR!!!
Thank you John for a great video. I guess it’s a secret on the bean pie recipes too.
the bean pie was GREAT!
A real great video # 1 Bush's Best beans !
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
I thoroughly enjoyed this! I'm disabled and not able to travel, so you allowed me to visit this place that I'll probably never get to visit in person. What gracious hosts at the visitor's center. Very knowledgeable and friendly. You can tell everyone loves working there.
The memories I have from Chestnut Hill! I went to Chestnut Hill Elementary and lived just up Newport hwy towards Sevierville. Jeff Hills place and Indian creek. My best childhood memories are in them hills ! I remember walking them old floors in the Ole store as a boy in the 70s . I find myself yearning for those times quite often. How times have changed 😕
Where are my manners! Thanks John and everyone involved. Also, one of my cousins lost half of his foot from an accident in the plant late 80s. I had alot of family work there. You got me really missing it . Loading the family up this weekend and heading up!
wow thats interesting that you were in the old store.
Iconic American made! Love this.
I just got home from Publix where I had bought 3 cans of Bush Beans. Then I found this video on CZcams. Next time we go to Pigeon Forge we will definitely stop here. I always loved the commercials with Duke trying to sell the secret recipe.😊
I love Bush’s Beans! That being said, be careful eating at the cafe if you’re driving several hours to go home! 🤣
Bean a berry interesting video great job
that is a funny one my friend .. One guy said he cant wait to visit so he can say he's bean there. lol
Bush Bean...can wait to go there 👍👍
Amazing piece of true American hard work and success.
Great video as always you always do a great job keep up the good work
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment about Bush Beans. It was a fun video to make and Scott treated me great while I was there. John
I really enjoyed this video, especially the history of the company. Great that they will remain family run.
Watching from Union County North Carolina.
Glad you enjoyed the video about the history Bush Beans. John Ward
Oh how awesome! This is on my bucket list now!! Thank you for another great video!!
What a cool place to visit! We left there and drove across the lake to have a bible burger. All because of your channel!
when do you visit them?
The most hilarious part about this place is the air. To put it in a non-rude way, they should put up a giant Gas-X tablet next to one of those giant cans of beans lol...still smells better than most factories and plants I suppose
Bush Beans is the BEST! Thanks for watching what I do here on The Appalachian Channel. Jon Ward
@@theappalachianchannel you do a great job! Keep on keeping on and all the best to you!
ENJOYED SO MUCH
Great to have such a wonderful family owned business here in East Tennessee, I buy them all the time, last summer a tractor trailer load of bean's ran off the road in Erwin, we're they had no guardrails they picked up cans of bean's for a solid week.. Great Product and loved the old commercials!!!!!
Simply some of the best canned beans in America. My personal favorite is the pinto beans, cause they go so good with a pone of skillet cornbread and some sweet-spicy chowchow. Add a glass of cold sweetened tea and you’ve got a great meal. Thanks for sharing your visit!
These videos are FIRE, loving them all
Really enjoyed the video!
Our family visited the Bush Bean Company a few years ago on our way to Pigeon Forge. The store and museum were so much fun and we loved the restaurant.
Great job sir 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thanks John, it was a great video!
This was a very educational experience thanks so much.
Thank you for that!!! You've inspired me to go, I think next week will be perfect to check it out. I love everything about this.
I really enjoyed this video a lot1 Very good. and I cant wait to get up to Tennessee hopefully this summer.