The Dollywood theme park, water park and resort co-owned by country music legend Dolly Parton is one of the most fun-filled ways to enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains.

Dollywood’s Dreamer in Chief Dolly Parton sat down with USA TODAY to talk about her namesake park and other projects.

Dollywood opened 40 years ago today, July 16. Dolly Parton, a native of the Tennessee are is a famous partner.