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The Association’s purpose is to promote the common welfare of all residents of the area commonly known as the 12South Neighborhood, in cooperation with the area businesses, charitable, religious, and governmental institutions. This goal is achieved by addressing and educating residents on civic issues such as conservation, historic preservation, appropriate development, zoning and codes compliance; as well as promoting sustainable neighborhood characteristics and values such as community, friendship, beautification, public safety, environmental awareness.

Amqui Station and Visitors Center

Gallery/Museum ; Landmark/Historical ; Nonprofit ; Special Events

The Amqui Tennesssee Passenger Station and Signal Tower was built by the Louisville & Nashville Railroad in 1910. Typical of Southern station designs found in the region, it had deeply overhanging eaves supported by triangular knee braces, had an agent-operator’s office and baggage room, engine room, battery room, second-story signal operator’s room, and separate waiting rooms for black and white passengers. Johnny Cash often visited the signalmen at Amqui Station during the 1970s. He acquired the old train station in 1979, saving it from demolition. Today, it has been restored for a museum and educational center. A visitor’s center and pavilion have also been added for special programs and events, such as Women’s History Month event, Tennessee Maneuvers Reenactment, Veterans Remembrance Day and Living Encampment, and many more. A farmer’s market is held noon-3 pm from May-August. Source: website

Andrew Jackson's The Hermitage

Food/Drink ; Gallery/Museum ; Landmark/Historical ; Nonprofit

Nearly every facet of Jackson’s life revolved around his mansion at The Hermitage. It served as much as an office, gathering hall and place for entertaining as it did as his home. The mansion has now been carefully restored with most of Jackson’s original belongings. The Hermitage garden and grounds hold the stories of the livelihood and lifestyle of the Jackson’s family; foremost is The Hermitage cotton plantation. Today, the grounds continue to offer a retreat for visitors as they did for Jackson and his family. Andrew Jackson visited Rachel’s tomb everyday in the gardens she so loved until his health made it unmanageable. Today, Jackson rests alongside Rachel and other family members here at The Hermitage. Seasonal Hours vary, please check the website for changes or closures. Closed Thanksgiving Day Closed Christmas Day Regular Hours Hours: 9am-5pm General Admission $22/Adults $19/Seniors (Age 62+) $17/Students (Age 13-18) $12/Children (Age 6-12) $19/Veterans FREE Admission/Active Military and Children (5 & under) $62/Family Pass (2 adults and 2 children/students under 18 years of age) Some ticket prices for specific tours vary. Source: Andrew Jackson’s The Hermitage

Battle of Franklin Trust

Association/Club/Group ; Festivals ; Gallery/Museum ; Landmark/Historical ; Nonprofit ; Special Events

The Battle of Franklin Trust is dedicated to a better understanding of the five bloodiest hours of the American Civil War. Two historic landmarks witnessed the carnage first hand: The Carter House and Carnton. The Battle of Franklin Trust is a 501(c)(3) management corporation acting on behalf of Franklin’s battlefield sites to contribute to a greater understanding and enrich the visitor experience of the November 30, 1864 battle. It’s organized for the charitable and educational purposes of preserving, restoring, maintaining and interpreting the properties, artifacts and documents related to the battle so as to preserve an important part of the nation’s history. The mission of The Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War. The Battle of Franklin Trust manages two historic sites in Franklin, Tennessee, that witnessed the 1864 Battle of Franklin: Carter House and Carnton. Plan a Visit Carter House 1140 Columbia Avenue Franklin, TN 37065 Call (615) 791-1861 Monday through Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 11am-5pm Carnton 1345 Eastern Flank Circle Franklin, TN 37064 Call (615) 794-0903 Monday through Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 11am-5pm

Belle Air Mansion & Inn

Hotel ; Landmark/Historical

This stunning plantation house awaits your visit. Experiencing the large estate with it’s amazing architecture, 13 foot ceilings, and beautiful antiques is something that will be remembered by all. More than reading about history, you will be able to stay overnight where the Harding and Nichols families lived almost 200 years ago. This is one of a very few Antebellum Mansions in America where visitors are allowed to stay overnight in the house. Explore a place where time stands still. Go back in time while still enjoying modern amenities. There are large rooms for banquets and meetings.

Belle Meade Plantation

Gallery/Museum ; Kids/Family ; Landmark/Historical ; Nonprofit ; Special Events

Founded in 1807 by John Harding, “Belle Meade” translates to mean beautiful meadow in old English and French. The Belle Meade Plantation property began with just a single log cabin and 250 acres. The estate quickly grew to become a 5,400 acre thoroughbred horse farm complete with a Greek Revival Mansion, deer park, train station and rock quarry which supported five generations of owners, their servants and enslaved workers. Today’s site functions as an educational resource dedicated to the preservation of Tennessee’s Victorian architecture, history and equestrian history. Visitors can enjoy tours, educational outreach programs, shopping, dining, wine tastings, weddings and other happenings knowing that their patronage supports the educational mission of Belle Meade Plantation. Hours: Belle Meade Plantation is open daily 9am–5pm with Mansion tours starting every 30-45 minutes. The last tour is offered at 4pm. Mansion tours last approximately 45 minutes. Guests are advised to allow themselves at least two hours to enjoy the Belle Meade Plantation experience. Belle Meade Plantation is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Admission: Adults $24/Ticket Seniors (65+) $20/Ticket Student (Ages 6-18) $13/Ticket Child (5 and under) Free Admission Source: Belle Meade Plantation

Belmont Mansion

Gallery/Museum ; Landmark/Historical ; Nonprofit

Completed in 1853 by Adelicia Acklen, the Belmont Mansion was recognized as one of the most elaborate and unusual homes in the South. Belmont Mansion is an Italianate villa constructed between the years 1849 and 1853. Through the years, it has been the summer home for Nashville socialite Adelicia Acklen and her family, temporary headquarters of the Union army, and an all-girls college and seminary. One of the most elaborate antebellum homes in the South, with 36 rooms and 19,000 square feet, the entire Belmont estate was built, furnished, and landscaped by the Acklens and boasted such luxuries as lavish gardens, an art gallery, a bowling alley, and a zoo. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1971, Belmont Mansion currently operates as a house museum, maintained by the Belmont Mansion Association through admissions, venue rentals, event fundraisers and individual and company donations. The first floor of Belmont Mansion is wheelchair accessible. For assistance entering Belmont Mansion, please call (615) 460-5459 and a tour guide will lead you. For those who are unable to view the second floor bedrooms, they have a virtual tour available for viewing in the Museum Shop. Hours: Monday through Saturday 9:45am-4pm; Sunday 10:45am-4pm. Tours begin every half hour. The last tour beings at 3:30pm. Source: Belmont Mansion Mailing address 1900 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37212 GPS Address Belmont Blvd & Acklen Avenue, Nashville, TN 37212 Save Save Save

Bledsoe's Lick Historical Association

Association/Club/Group ; Landmark/Historical

Preserving 12,000 Years of History and Heritage Since March 10, 1970 For almost three decades, the Bledsoe’s Lick Historical Association has pursued the exciting and challenging task of integrating the preservation of important archaeological and historic sites with the growth, progress and economic development of Sumner County. Named for the mineral springs and licks so prominent in regional history and prehistory, the Association has operated, managed, and preserved Wynnewood State Historic Area.

Bluegrass Underground

Landmark/Historical ; Music ; Special Events

Bluegrass Underground is a radio show recorded live 333 feet below ground at Cumberland Caverns in McMinnville, Tn inside of what was named by the first people to behold the natural amphitheatre, The Volcano Room. Here water and time entwined 3.5 million years ago to create one of the most acoustically pure natural spaces on earth. No man-made sound reaches the Volcano Room and the living rock hued amid the eons is jagged and uneven, providing limited echo. The primordial silence and perpetual darkness give way each month to the sounds of the finest music of the greatest bluegrass musicians on earth. Regardless of outside temperature, the Volcano Room is a constant 56 degrees. Your experience at Bluegrass Underground begins at Cumberland Caverns in the light of day. Tour guides lead you through the cave entrance and into another world. Your subterranean descent takes you past underground pools and waterfalls and to the Volcano Chamber where you will enjoy music in a venue unlike any other you are likely to ever experience! And don’t worry about silencing your cellphone…you won’t find any service here. Bluegrass Underground airs every Sat night on the Legend, 650 WSM. The station where Bluegrass was born is home to Bluegrass Underground every saturday night just before The Grand Ole Opry at 5pm CST. Listen on-air in 39 states and parts of Canada or online at wsmonline.com. Bluegrass Underground also airs on Thunder Radio in Manchester, Tn.

Briar Rose Hill

Landmark/Historical ; Special Events

Briar Rose Hill offers a chic design to Southern. Our venue offers a breathtaking backdrop for brides desiring a timeless but unique wedding. Built in 1850, the large white plantation home has been a huge part of history here in Sumner County. Conveniently located minutes from the Gallatin square off of US-31E, Briar Rose Hill sits on several acres of land and uniquely combines history with elegance. The house and grounds are equipped to host indoor and outdoor events of various sizes. Imagine getting married under the large bodock tree or on the front porch of Briar Rose Hill with your wedding cake displayed beneath one of our crystal chandeliers. Envision hosting your reception in the event lawn, either underneath a tent or string lighting underneath the stars. The natural settings make it possible for any style and budget. Source: venue website

Cannonsburgh Village

Gallery/Museum ; Landmark/Historical

The Village represents approximately 100 years of early Tennessee life from the 1830’s to the 1930’s. Within the Village is a grist mill, school house, telephone operator’s house, the University house, the Leeman House, a museum, a caboose, the Wedding Chapel, a doctor’s office, a general store, a blacksmith’s shop, a well, and of course, the world’s largest cedar bucket! Guided tours are available for a small fee but self-guided tours are free. The Visitor Center has a variety of items for sale including post cards, T-shirts, snacks, drinks and souvenirs. Hours: The village is open May 1 through December 1, Tuesday-Saturday from 9:00am-4:00pm and Sundays 1:00pm-4:00pm. Closed December – April

Carnton

Gallery/Museum ; Kids/Family ; Landmark/Historical

Located in Franklin, the Historic Carnton is a private non-profit historic site featuring a restored antebellum home, a recreated one-acre 1847 garden, slave quarters, smokehouse, springhouse and the adjacent Confederate and family cemetery. Home of The Widow of the South, Carnton was a field hospital after the 1864 Battle of Franklin. Tours available. The Battle of Franklin Trust: Carter House & Carnton is dedicated to a better understanding of the five bloodiest hours of the American Civil War. Two historic landmarks witnessed the carnage firsthand: The Carter House and Carnton. Carnton and Carter House are managed by The Battle of Franklin Trust. The mission of The Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War. The Battle of Franklin Trust is a 501(c)(3) organization. Hours: Monday through Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 11am-5pm The last guided tour of the day begins at 4pm Closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. Save Save Save

Carter House

Gallery/Museum ; Kids/Family ; Landmark/Historical ; Nonprofit

The Carter House, built in 1830 by Fountain Branch Carter, witnessed one of the bloodiest battles during the Civil War on November 30, 1864. This Registered Historic Landmark is now open to the public and serves as a memorial to the Carter Family as well as the countless heroes in the Battle of Franklin. The modest brick home was the Federal Command Post while the family took refuge in the basement. See the evidence of over 1,000 bullet holes remaining on site, including the most battle-damaged building from the Civil War. Carter House and Carnton are managed by The Battle of Franklin Trust. The mission of The Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War. The Battle of Franklin Trust is a 501(c)(3) organization. Source: The Battle of Franklin Trust: Carter House and Carnton Save

Carter's

Food/Drink ; Landmark/Historical

Carter’s, the latest restaurant incarnation at downtown’s historic Union Station Hotel, emphasizes shareables, salads and sandwiches on its succinct, Southern-influenced menu. Full bar. Serving breakfast 6:30-10:30 am Mon-Fri and 7-11 am Sat-Sun, lunch and dinner 11 am-11 pm Sun-Thu, 11 am-midnight Fri-Sat. MUST EATS: Spicy smoked wings, collard green and artichoke dip, Smoked gouda pimento cheese, market fish, shrimp and grits for breakfast.

Centennial Art Center

Education/Classes ; Gallery/Museum ; Kids/Family ; Landmark/Historical

An important part of Nashville Tennessee’s Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, Centennial Art Center is located in the 25th Avenue North and Park Plaza / Charlotte Avenue corner of Centennial Park. It was originally built as a swimming complex in 1921. Closed in 1959, it was renovated in 1971, becoming the first Metro Nashville Government-owned structure rehabilitated for “Adaptive Reuse.” Outdoor courtyard areas were developed to include a performance space, exhibition spaces, and work areas. The building serves as headquarters for Metro Park’s Visual Arts Department, houses two studio/classrooms where visual arts classes are taught and arts workshops are conducted and a gallery where regional artists exhibit their works. Source: Nashville.gov

Centennial Park

Gallery/Museum ; Kids/Family ; Landmark/Historical ; Special Events ; Sports/Outdoors ; Theatre

Centennial Park is one of Nashville’s premier parks. Located on West End and 25th Avenue North, the 132-acre features: the iconic Parthenon, a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, the Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, an arts activity center, a beautiful sunken garden, a band shell, an events shelter, sand volleyball courts, dog park, and an exercise trail. Thousands of people visit the park each year to visit the museum, see exhibits, attend festivals, and just enjoy the beauty of the park. Centennial Park is also home to the Centennial Sportsplex. Centennial Performing Arts Studios and the Centennial Black Box Theater are located in the vicinity of the park. Centennial Park Conservancy is the the support organization that benefits the Parthenon and Centennial Park. Source: Nashville.gov

Centennial Park Conservancy

Association/Club/Group ; Education/Classes ; Gallery/Museum ; Kids/Family ; Landmark/Historical ; Music ; Nonprofit ; Special Events

Centennial Park Conservancy (formerly The Conservancy for the Parthenon and Centennial Park) is a for-purpose 501(c)(3) not-for-profit profit organization. Although they are a separately chartered organization, Centennial Park Conservancy was organized with the cooperation of the Metro Parks and Recreation Department. The organization began in 1982 as the Athena Fund when nickels and dimes were collected by school children and adult visitors to pay for the creation of the statue Athena inside the Parthenon. Upon completion of this project in 1990, they became Parthenon Patrons. In 2005, their Board of Directors voted to expand the mission and scope of their work to include Centennial Park, and in 2009 the organization was remanded The Conservancy for the Parthenon and Centennial Park. In 2019, a shorted and easier to recall name, Centennial Park Conservancy, was introduced. The Parthenon was listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1972, and Centennial Park has been listed since 2008. Centennial Park Conservancy funds and presents a variety of enriching programs in the Parthenon and Centennial Park that make a widespread imprint on the Nashville community and their visitors. Source: Centennial Park Conservancy

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Gallery/Museum ; Kids/Family ; Landmark/Historical ; Nonprofit ; Special Events ; Sports/Outdoors

Experience Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, the 55-acre estate built by the Maxwell House Coffee fortune in Nashville, Tennessee, and one of the finest examples of an American Country Place Era estate in the United States. The Botanical Garden is a spectacular showcase of color and horticultural diversity with eleven specialty display gardens and stunning natural landscape. The Museum of Art has collections of painting, sculpture and decorative arts. Visitors can enjoy year-round family-friendly activities with four distinct festivals held during the year. From Cheekwood in Bloom with more than 150,000 tulips in the Spring, to a children’s wonderland of Christmas trees, trains, Santa and more during Holiday at Cheekwood. Cheekwood celebrates the seasons in style with something for everyone! Admission Prices $20/Adults $18/Seniors (65 +) $16/College Students w/ ID $13/Youth (3-17) Free Admission/Children 2 and Under 50% Discount/Military Personnel (w/Current Military ID) Free Admission/Cheekwood Members (w/Membership Card and Photo ID) Parking $5/Car Hours Tuesday – Thursday 9 AM – 4 PM (closed on Mondays) Café 29: 11 PM – 2 PM (closed on Mondays) CLOSED Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Save Save Save Save

Christ Church Cathedral

Church ; Landmark/Historical

Christ Church Cathedral in Nashville, Tennessee is spiritual home for more than two thousand men, women and children. The Cathedral plays an active role in the lives of its members, its community, its diocese and the world at large.

Church of the Holy Trinity

Church ; Landmark/Historical ; Music ; Nonprofit

An active parish of The Episcopal Church housed in an Historic Gothic-styled building, ministering to all who will come. Also the home of the annual series Jazz on the Triangle. Holy Eucharist Sunday Holy Eucharist 8:00 am, 11:00 am Church in the Yard 2:00 pm Wednesday Healing Service with Holy Eucharist 11:00 am Holy Eucharist 6:00 pm