June 23 of each year shall be observed as “John Sevier Day,” to honor and recognize John Sevier for his important role in Tennessee attaining statehood and his meritorious service as the state's first governor. This day shall not be a legal holiday as defined in § 15-1-101.
John Sevier Day
Tenn. Code Ann. § 15-2-110, under Days of Special Observance.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 15-2-110