Nashville Historic Homes and Locations Guide
Nashville and middle Tennessee is full or rich American History, from the Antebellum Homes to Civil War battlegrounds. Just walk the streets downtown and enjoy the ornate architecture of buildings that date back to late 19th century.
The Hermitage - Home of Andrew Jackson
Visit the historic home of the 7th US President Andrew Jackson - The Hermitage. Learn about his life and how he influenced our political structure. There is also a great love story with him and his wife Rachel. The historic home and grounds are a must for history buffs as well as school age children.
Nashville Historic Homes & Locations
The all-volunteer crew at the Tennessee Central Railway Museum hosts round-trip train rides from Nashville to locations east including Lebanon, Watertown, Cookeville, and Monterey. Business Website:
Tennessee Central Railway Museum
220 Willow St
37210
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 244-9001
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The Lane Motor Museum in Nashville opened its doors in 2003 with a collection of 80 historic vehicles. There currently are 150 on display and the largest collection of European cars plus unique vehicles. Business Website:
Lane Motor Museum
702 Murfreesboro Pike
37210
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 742-7445
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THE HISTORY OF CHEEKWOOD Business Website:
Cheekwood Museum and Gardens
1200 Forrest Park Drive
37205
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
615.356.8000
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From two American Presidents to socialites at soirées, Historic Carnton Plantation has been a gathering place for ladies and gentlemen over the last two centuries. Business Website:
Carnton Plantation
1345 Eastern Flank Circle
37064
Franklin
, TN
Phone:
(615) 794-0903
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You’ve waited a lifetime for this special day…shouldn’t you enjoy it? Business Website:
Riverwood Mansion
1833 Welcome Lane
37216
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 228-8892
Fax:
(615) 228-1645
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Our picturesque 1830′s antebellum farm estate exudes country charm and offers breathtaking backdrops for the most romantic event of your life – your wedding. Business Website:
Historic Cedarwood
3831 Whites Creek Pike
37207
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 876-9999
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The mission of Rippavilla Plantation, Incorporated is to preserve, restore and interpret the buildings and grounds of the Cheairs family utilizing the highest standards of scholarship, craftsmanship and preservation in order to create a site that Business Website:
Rippavilla Plantation
5700 Main St
37174
Spring Hill
, TN
Phone:
(931) 486-9037
Fax:
(931) 486-3175
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The Hermitage is a historical plantation and museum was home to Andrew Jackson the 7th President to the United States. Business Website:
The Hermitage
4580 Rachels Ln
37076
Hermitage
, TN
Phone:
(615) 889-2941
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Historic Travellers Rest Plantation & Museum is one of the most unique historic homes in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The home, built by Judge John Overton was completed in 1799 - just three years after Tennessee gained statehood. Business Website:
Historic Travellers Rest Plantation & Museum
636 Farrell Parkway
37220
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 832-8197
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Established in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle, Ryman Auditorium is a National Historic Landmark. Most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 —1974, there is far more to the story of Music City’s most recognizable icon. Business Website:
Ryman Auditorium
116 Fifth Avenue North
37219
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 889-3060
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The new Tennessee State Museum that sits on the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. Business Website:
Tennessee State Museum
1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd
37208
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 741-2692
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Nashville's Bicentennial Mall State Park is a beautiful park full of Tennessee history. Located directly behind the state capital building and next to the Nashville farmers market there is lots of parking and often events. Business Website:
Bicentennial Mall State Park
600 James Robertson Pkwy
37243
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 741-5280
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Welcome to the world of the 18th century viewed through the life of General Daniel Smith, surveyor, Revolutionary War hero, U.S. Senator, Indian Negotiator and original owner and builder of his family home: Historic Rock Castle! Business Website:
Historic Rock Castle
139 Rock Castle Lane
37075
Hendersonville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 824-0502
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Cragfont, located in Castalian Springs, Sumner County, Tennessee, was the home of James Winchester. Construction was started in 1798 and completed in 1802 by artisans from his home state of Maryland. Business Website:
Historic Cragfont
300 Cragfont Road
37031
Castalian Springs
, TN
Phone:
(615) 452-7070
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Visitors to the historic Sam Davis Home in Smyrna will see the home much as it was when Sam lived there. The home, built around 1810 by Moses Ridley and renovated in 1850 by the Davis family, contains over one hundred original family pieces. Business Website:
Sam Davis House
1399 Sam Davis Road
37167
Smyrna
, TN
Phone:
615-459-2341 : :
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Belle Meade is dedicated to the preservation of Tennessee’s history, architecture, hospitality, and equestrian legacy. Business Website:
Belle Meade Plantation
5025 Harding Pike
27205
Nashville
, TN
Phone:
(615) 356-0501 ext. 125
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Downtown Franklin, Tennessee is a vibrant blend of historic preservation and modern sophistication. Business Website:
Downtown Franklin
Main Street
37065
Franklin
, TN
Phone:
615-591-8500
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Join the thousands of visitors who travel through time as they enter the same entrance where the Maneys would have welcomed their guests as you experience over 8,000 square feet of all this historic mansion offers. Business Website:
Oaklands Historic House
900 North Maney Avenue
37130
Murfreesboro
, TN
Phone:
(615) 893-0022
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