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Nashville was founded on Christmas Eve 1779 along the banks of the Cumberland River. Two teams of pioneers set forth from the Carolinas to found the new city. Upon arrival, they immediately began building Fort Nashborough. Amoung the pioneers was Rachel Donelson, daughter of Captain John Donelson, who would later become the wife of President Andrew Jackson. |
NASHVILLE ZOO By Rocky Stephens Nashville Zoo is one of the city's true gems. And with every new exhibit, the amazement and sense of adventure grows. The interest grows too as more families believe a trip to Nashville isn't complete without a visit here. They come back for things like Grassmere Historic farm. a 19th century farm complete with the original Grassmere home; the unseen New World, full of reptiles, insects, and bats in natural habitats; the Animal Trail that showcases wildlife around the world; Entry village, where they are greeted by Hayacinth macaws and gibbons; Critter Encounters, for an up-close look at the animals; and jungle Gym, the largest community-built playground in the country. For whatever reason, make a trip to the Zoo part of your visit to Nashville. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is uniquely intregated into a pristine wooded property. From the begging, guests are immersed into the Zoo's beautiful exhibits. Nacaws bask in drapped sunlight with waterfalls nearby setting the mood. Further in, boisterous apes welcome guests from two beautifully landscaped ilands. Here guests find gifts, refreashments andd a giant playground. but there is so much more: meerkats, cheetah, otters, tigers and more reside along a wooded path. you're looking for a family-friendly city to host your reunion, look no further than Nashville. Located in the heart of the South. Nashville is the ideal location for reuniting friends and families. There's somrthing here for everyone... music, history, sports and the arts. We understand how important your personal histories and connections to the past are, and MyStateTENNESSEE is here to help you plan your event from beginning to end. From hotel accommodations to activities and tours to brochures for goody bags, we can make your planning process stress-free. We also have all the information you will need on area restaurants, parks and attractions. Most important, we want your time with your family to be memorable and fun. We LOVE reunions in Nashville and look forward to helping plan yours in the future! Nashville Attractions Aaron Douglas Gallery at Fisk University features exhibitions highlighting works from the University's presitigious African, African-american, modern and contempory art collections. works from some of these collections are also currently on view on the library's first and second floors. Belle Meade Plantation known as the "Queen of the Tennessee Plantations," this 1853 Greek Revival manson was world-renowned as a thoroughbred stud farm and nursery. Today, tours of the mansion, grounds and colossal Carriage house come alive eith guides lavishly dressed in period costume. seasonal exhibits and special events change annually. An exquisite museum shop and on-site restaurant compliment a triop through history on a true Southern plantation. Belmont Mansion Built in 1850 by Adelicia Acklen, Belmont was recognized as one of the most elaborate and unusual homes in the South. The beautiful and wealthy adelicia secretly conspired with both the Confederate and union forces to emerge from the Civil War with her fortune intact. The lavish furnishings, art and statuary are an exemplary early Victorian collection. The Grande Salon with its staircase is considered the most elaborate domestic room built in antebellum Tennessee. Country Music Hall of Fame Looking for an unforgettable experience? Come hear for yourself how country music has evolved. Tour the new $37 million country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Enjoy live performances and interactive exhibits. see rare costumes, instruments and archival films. Savor a southern-Style meal at the SoBro Grill. Take home a historic souvenir from our Museum Store. And check out the Hall's special events that keep visitors coming back again and again.
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Did You Know? Nashville's Athena Parthenos is the largest indoor sculpture in the Western world. She stands an impressive 42 feet high in the temple of the Parthenon.
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