In 1889, Sevier's remains were removed to Knoxville and a high marble spire was raised above them.
His Indian enemies forgave the chastisement he had inflicted on them and honored him.

In times of peace they would come to him frequently for advice.

And in his latter days, the chiefs would make state visits to his home on the Nolichucky River.

"John Sevier is a good man"-- so declared the Cherokee, Old Tassel, making himself the spokesman of history.

Sevier had survived his old friend, co-founder with him of Watauga, by one year.